What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula is to bus which costs $330 - $490 and takes 2 days 0h.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula is to fly which takes 18h 18m and costs $350 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Brisbane, Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 20m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Merimbula is 1874 km. The road distance is 2233.7 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Merimbula without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus via Canberra which takes 42h 9m and costs $180 - $4,400.

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

It takes approximately 18h 18m to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Merimbula bus from?

Airlie Beach to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Bus or fly from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula is to fly which takes 18h 18m and costs $350 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus via Canberra, which costs $360 - $700 and takes 46h 20m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Merimbula bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Airlie Beach and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Airlie Beach. It is currently 3:55 PM in Airlie Beach and 4:55 PM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Merimbula is 2234 km. It takes approximately 26h 32m to drive from Airlie Beach to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 325+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Airlie Beach to Merimbula - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Airlie Beach to Merimbula by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)PPP - MIM
18h 18m
$356–1,551
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Station32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Canberra Station633 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
42h 9m
$181–4,355
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
4. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
46h 20m
$364–672
Drive 2,233.7 km
1. Drive from Airlie Beach to Merimbula2,233.7 km
26h 32m
$429–620
Fly from Great Barrier Reef Airport
1. Fly from Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)HTI - MIM
21h 30m
$490–1,478
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
43h 19m
$186–4,341
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
2d
$333–482

Airlie Beach to Merimbula by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

46h 20mAverage Duration

$364Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,874.4 km
Duration: 18h 18m

What companies run services between Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and two other airlines fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Airlie Beach to Park St At Wonga St via Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 46h 20m.

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