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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballarat to Maroochydore

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.00
Train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.26–$4.67

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$28.26

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$456.52
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$521.74
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.50–$183.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore is to train and night train which costs $54.35 - $380.43 and takes 31h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore is to bus and fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $92.39 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Maroochydore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Maroochydore. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 17m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

The distance between Ballarat and Maroochydore is 1582 km. The road distance is 1850 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Maroochydore without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore without a car is to bus which takes 31h 17m and costs $152.17 - $434.78 .

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Maroochydore bus from?

Ballarat to Maroochydore bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Maroochydore is to bus which takes 31h 17m and costs $152.17 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $380.43 and takes 31h 40m.

Where does the Ballarat to Maroochydore bus arrive?

Ballarat to Maroochydore bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Maroochydore?

Maroochydore is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 17:28 in Ballarat and 16:28 in Maroochydore.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Maroochydore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Maroochydore is 1850 km. It takes approximately 20h 39m to drive from Ballarat to Maroochydore.

Where can I stay near Maroochydore?

There are 1696+ hotels available in Maroochydore. Prices start at $74.61 per night.
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