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

The cheapest way to get from Childers to Mooloolaba is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Childers to Mooloolaba is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Childers and Mooloolaba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Childers and arriving at Mooloolaba. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Childers to Mooloolaba?

The distance between Childers and Mooloolaba is 261 km. The road distance is 226.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Childers to Mooloolaba without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $27 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Childers to Mooloolaba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Childers to Mooloolaba bus from?

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

Train or bus from Childers to Mooloolaba?

The best way to get from Childers to Mooloolaba is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $27 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Childers to Mooloolaba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Childers to Mooloolaba?

Yes, the driving distance between Childers to Mooloolaba is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Childers to Mooloolaba.

Where can I stay near Mooloolaba?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Mooloolaba.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Childers to Mooloolaba 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 LandsboroughTilt Train
5h 22m
$27–774
Bus
1. Take the bus from Childers to MooloolabaBrisbane
6h 10m
$50–130
Drive 226.2 km
1. Drive from Childers to Mooloolaba226.2 km
2h 38m
$44–64
Bus via Sixth Ave at Maroochy Library
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydore Sixth AvenuePm19
6h 59m
$54–74

Childers to Mooloolaba by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 260.8 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Childers, QLD, Australia and Mooloolaba, 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 Mooloolaba 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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