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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Caloundra is to fly and train which costs $130 - $410 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Caloundra is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $150 - $400.

How far is it from Geelong to Caloundra?

The distance between Geelong and Caloundra is 1566 km. The road distance is 1781.7 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 31m and costs $210 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m 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 9h 20m and costs $180 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $400 and takes 35h 16m.

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.

Can I drive from Geelong to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Caloundra is 1782 km. It takes approximately 20h 21m to drive from Geelong to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Geelong to Caloundra - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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, Sydney Central Station, Brisbane Coach Terminal and Mooloolaba, River Esplanade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 16m.

There are 7 ways to get from Geelong to Caloundra by shuttle, plane, 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.

Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane MEL - MCY
6h 37m
$151–391
Fly Avalon Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane AVV - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
8h 16m
$133–403
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
31h 31m
$215–573
Drive 1,781.7 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Caloundracar 1,781.7 km
20h 21m
$316–456
Fly Avalon Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane AVV - MCY
9h 20m
$186–719
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MEL - BNE
3. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
8h 8m
$178–365
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mooloolababus
35h 16m
$218–395

Geelong to Caloundra by train, bus, and foot

41Weekly Services

31h 31mAverage Duration

$215Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,565.7 km
Duration: 6h 37m

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

Jetstar and Qantas fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Caloundra station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Sydney Central Station, Brisbane Coach Terminal, Mooloolaba, and Mooloolaba, River Esplanade in around 35h 16m.

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