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

The cheapest way to get from Lismore to Caloundra is to bus and train via Gold Coast which costs $16 - $23 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lismore to Caloundra is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Lismore and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Lismore to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St and arriving at Caloundra station via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Lismore to Caloundra?

The distance between Lismore and Caloundra is 330 km. The road distance is 284.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lismore to Caloundra without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 56m and costs $70 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Lismore to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lismore to Caloundra bus from?

Lismore to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St station.

Train or bus from Lismore to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Lismore to Caloundra is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $28 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Lismore to Caloundra bus arrive?

Lismore to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

What is the time difference between Lismore and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Lismore. It is currently 2:28 AM in Lismore and 1:28 AM in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Lismore to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Lismore to Caloundra is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Lismore to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Lismore to Caloundra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lismore to Caloundra by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1train Brna / ...
5h 56m
$74–393
Bus, train via Gold Coast
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Robina Station, Stand Ebus 171
2. Take the train from Robina station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
6h 25m
$17–22
Train
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1train Brna / ...
6h 38m
$29–471
Drive 284.6 km
1. Drive from Lismore to Caloundracar 284.6 km
3h 18m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 175
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus Pm16
6h 6m
$43–63

Lismore to Caloundra by bus and train

10Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.1 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Lismore, NSW, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Caloundra Rd at Caloundra Police Station via Casino Station, Coach Bay, Casino Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Caloundra station via Roma Street Station, Stand F, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 6h 6m.

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