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

The cheapest way to get from Coolangatta to Merimbula is to train and bus which costs $110 - $350 and takes 27h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coolangatta to Merimbula is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $400 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Coolangatta and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Coolangatta to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Tweed Heads and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 50m.

How far is it from Coolangatta to Merimbula?

The distance between Coolangatta and Merimbula is 1036 km. The road distance is 1241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Merimbula without a car is to bus via Canberra which takes 24h 50m and costs $180 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Coolangatta to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coolangatta to Merimbula bus from?

Coolangatta to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Tweed Heads station.

Bus or fly from Coolangatta to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Merimbula is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $400 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Canberra, which costs $180 - $290 and takes 24h 50m.

Where does the Coolangatta to Merimbula bus arrive?

Coolangatta to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Coolangatta and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Coolangatta. It is currently 7:33 AM in Coolangatta and 8:33 AM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Coolangatta to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolangatta to Merimbula is 1242 km. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Coolangatta to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 316+ hotels available in Merimbula.

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

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

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

Fly Gold Coast Airport to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)OOL - MIM
5h 47m
$400–800
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Station32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Canberra Station633 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
27h 8m
$116–342
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Tweed Heads to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
24h 50m
$184–288
Drive 1,241.6 km
1. Drive from Coolangatta to Merimbula1,241.6 km
14h 14m
$245–353
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNE - MIM
8h 20m
$402–880
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)OOL - CBR
2. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
8h 43m
$154–540
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tweed Mall, Wharf St to Casino Station, Coach Bay174 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Station34 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
24h 59m
$129–340
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
28h 23m
$192–402

Coolangatta to Merimbula by bus

7Weekly Buses

24h 50mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,035.5 km
Duration: 5h 47m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tweed Heads to Park St At Wonga St via Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 24h 50m.

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