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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Airport to Caloundra

Composite routes from Melbourne Airport to Caloundra

Cheapest
19 h 6 min
Car
1832 km.
from $100
Other
4 h 23 min
Bus, Plane
1435 km.
from $159.37
33 h 43 min
Bus, Train
1434 km.
from $222.46
5 h 54 min
Bus, Plane
1435 km.
from $159.05
33 h 59 min
Train, Bus
1434 km.
from $345.36
35 h 1 min
1434 km.
from $372.29

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Northgate station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.43
Train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.68
Bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Caloundra
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.27

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.05–$252.62
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Mooloolaba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$30.31

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$757.86
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra is to fly and train which costs $92.39 - $347.83 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra is to fly and line 600 bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $70.65 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Caloundra station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Brisbane Airport Domestic and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 1m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Caloundra is 1485 km. The road distance is 1735.8 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra without a car is to night train and bus and train which takes 33h 43m and costs $141.30 - $402.17 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 07:40 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 06:40 in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra is 1736 km. It takes approximately 19h 25m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Caloundra. Prices start at $77.74 per night.
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