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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Caloundra is to shuttle and fly and train which costs $180 - $380 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Caloundra is to fly and train which takes 6h 12m and costs $200 - $550.

How far is it from Geelong to Caloundra?

The distance between Geelong and Caloundra is 1559 km. The road distance is 1782.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Caloundra without a car is to train and bus which takes 31h 27m and costs $200 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Geelong to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Caloundra bus from?

Geelong to Caloundra bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Bus or fly from Geelong to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Geelong to Caloundra is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $330 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 31h 49m.

Where does the Geelong to Caloundra bus arrive?

Geelong to Caloundra bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Geelong. It is currently 1:26 AM in Geelong and 12:26 AM in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Geelong to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Caloundra is 1783 km. It takes approximately 20h 17m to drive from Geelong to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1429+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Geelong to Caloundra - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

Q: Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Caloundra station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 49m.

There are 9 ways to get from Geelong to Caloundra by plane, train, bus, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Avalon Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)AVV - MCY
6h 43m
$331–610
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sunshine Coast Airport
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)MEL - MCY
6h 23m
$161–521
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
31h 27m
$204–561
Drive 1,782.6 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Caloundra1,782.6 km
20h 17m
$348–502
Fly Avalon Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)AVV - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1
6h 12m
$208–504
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MEL - BNE
3. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1
7h 47m
$188–375
Fly Avalon Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)AVV - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
8h 17m
$233–542
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolaba
31h 49m
Train, bus via Brisbane
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
4. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
35h 11m
$194–441

Geelong to Caloundra by train, bus, and foot

21Weekly Services

31h 27mAverage Duration

$204Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,559 km
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar flies from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Caloundra station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 31h 49m.

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