What is the cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $70 - $600 and takes 17h.

What is the fastest way to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay is to train and fly and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $95 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Mooloolaba, Brisbane, Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 1m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Caloundra and Nelson Bay is 756 km. The road distance is 858.6 km.

How do I travel from Caloundra to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h and costs $70 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Nelson Bay bus from?

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

Where does the Caloundra to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Caloundra and Nelson Bay?

Nelson Bay is 1h ahead of Caloundra. It is currently 7:53 AM in Caloundra and 8:53 AM in Nelson Bay.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Nelson Bay is 859 km. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Caloundra to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Caloundra to Nelson Bay by train, plane, 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.

Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
5h 56m
$96–290
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 32
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
17h
$70–554
Train, bus via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Newcastlebus
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
19h 38m
$140–292
Drive 858.6 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Nelson Baycar 858.6 km
9h 16m
$154–222
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Sydney International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
8h 50m
$108–344
Train, train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, bus
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 Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane OOL - NTL
4. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
8h 1m
$92–278
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
9h 35m
$140–338
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Newcastlebus
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
21h 1m
$134–202

Caloundra to Nelson Bay by bus and train

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17hAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 756.4 km
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Caloundra station to Donald St Before Stockton St via Mooloolaba, Brisbane, Newcastle, Customs House, Watt St, Hunter St Opp Cooper St, and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 21h 1m.

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