What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra is to fly which costs $250 - $600 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $250 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Central station, platform 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Adelaide to Caloundra?

The distance between Adelaide and Caloundra is 1707 km. The road distance is 1977.2 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra without a car is to bus and train which takes 38h 20m and costs $260 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Adelaide to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Caloundra train from?

Adelaide to Caloundra train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, depart from Adelaide station.

Train or fly from Adelaide to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Caloundra is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $250 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2,100 - $13,000 and takes 2 days 10h.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 30 min behind Adelaide. It is currently 2:22 PM in Adelaide and 1:52 PM in Caloundra.

Where does the Adelaide to Caloundra train arrive?

Adelaide to Caloundra train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Great Southern, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Caloundra is 1977 km. It takes approximately 22h 3m to drive from Adelaide to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide to Caloundra by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane ADL - MCY
6h 5m
$257–557
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane ADL - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
7h 31m
$226–683
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St to Blende St After Bromide Stbus 584
2. Take the train from Broken Hill Station to Central Stationtrain 446
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus
38h 20m
$265–525
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain Great Southern Rail
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
2d 10h
$2,192–12,992
Drive 1,977.2 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Caloundracar 1,977.2 km
22h 3m
$426–614

Adelaide to Caloundra by bus, foot, and train

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38h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,707.2 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Adelaide to Caloundra Rd at Caloundra Police Station via Brisbane, Central station, platform 6, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 2d 10h.

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