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

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Merimbula is to train and bus via Canberra which costs $120 - $650 and takes 27h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Merimbula is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $330 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Mooloolaba, Brisbane, Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 9m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Merimbula?

The distance between Caloundra and Merimbula is 1221 km. The road distance is 1427.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Caloundra to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus via Canberra which takes 27h 21m and costs $120 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Caloundra to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Merimbula bus from?

Caloundra to Merimbula bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Bus or fly from Caloundra to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Merimbula is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $330 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $350 and takes 31h 9m.

Where does the Caloundra to Merimbula bus arrive?

Caloundra to Merimbula bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Caloundra and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Caloundra. It is currently 2:13 PM in Caloundra and 3:13 PM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Merimbula is 1427 km. It takes approximately 16h 20m to drive from Caloundra to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 330+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Caloundra to Merimbula - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Caloundra to Merimbula by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane MCY - MIM
7h 12m
$331–751
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
27h 21m
$121–650
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Merimbulabus Pm2
30h 49m
$201–421
Drive 1,427.4 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Merimbulacar 1,427.4 km
16h 20m
$272–392
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane BNE - MIM
7h 48m
$358–875
Train, train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane OOL - MIM
10h 2m
$333–753
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Bombo Stationtrain Sco
4. Take the bus from Kiama Bombo to Merimbulabus Pm2
28h 5m
$129–647
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
4. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
31h 9m
$213–350

Caloundra to Merimbula by bus and train

13Weekly Services

27h 21mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,220.7 km
Duration: 7h 12m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Regional Express fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caloundra station to Park St At Wonga St via Mooloolaba, Brisbane, Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 31h 9m.

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