What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay is to train which costs $100 - $310 and takes 21h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay is to fly and tram and line 719 bus which takes 4h 48m and costs $120 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Central Station and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Runaway Bay station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Hope Island station, platform 1 via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 31m.

How far is it from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Canberra and Runaway Bay is 941 km. The road distance is 1102.7 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Runaway Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay without a car is to bus which takes 19h 48m and costs $140 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Runaway Bay bus from?

Canberra to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Runaway Bay train from?

Canberra to Runaway Bay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

The best way to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay is to bus which takes 19h 48m and costs $140 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $310 and takes 21h 31m.

Where does the Canberra to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Canberra to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Runaway Bay train arrive?

Canberra to Runaway Bay train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Runaway Bay is 1103 km. It takes approximately 11h 55m to drive from Canberra to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2341+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Canberra to Runaway Bay - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and tram

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There are 7 ways to get from Canberra to Runaway Bay by plane, tram, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport, tram, line 719 bus
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane CBR - OOL
2. Take the tram from Broadbeach South turnback to Gold Coast University Hospital station, platform 1tram
3. Take the bus from GCUH, platform 3 to Runaway Bay Centrebus
4h 48m
$126–388
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train
21h 31m
$101–306
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southportbus Brisbane
19h 48m
$148–371
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train
20h 33m
$109–312
Drive 1,102.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Runaway Baycar 1,102.7 km
11h 55m
$201–290
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CBR - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
5h 51m
$164–444
Bus, train via Wollongong
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
3. Take the bus from Chatswood to Southportbus
23h 27m
$168–244

Canberra to Runaway Bay by train and bus

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21h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 941.5 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Canberra to Runaway Bay Centre via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 19h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Runaway Bay Centre via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Hope Island station, platform 1, and Hope Island station, stop B in around 21h 31m.

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