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

The cheapest way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Childers and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Childers to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Childers and arriving at Caloundra station via Sixth Ave at Sea Breeze Caravan Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Childers to Caloundra?

The distance between Childers and Caloundra is 251 km. The road distance is 234.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Childers to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $27 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Childers to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Childers to Caloundra bus from?

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

Train or bus from Childers to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $27 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Childers to Caloundra bus arrive?

Childers to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Maroochydore station.

Can I drive from Childers to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Childers to Caloundra is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Childers to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Childers to Caloundra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Childers to Caloundra by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Howard to Landsboroughtrain Tilt Train
5h 24m
$27–774
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydorebus Brisbane
6h 56m
$62–122
Drive 234.5 km
1. Drive from Childers to Caloundracar 234.5 km
2h 42m
$43–63
Bus via Sixth Ave at Maroochy Library
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm19
7h 37m
$54–74

Childers to Caloundra by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.4 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Childers, QLD, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Howard to Landsborough once daily. Tickets cost $10–751 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Childers to Maroochydore 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 6h.

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