What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra is to train which costs $4 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park and arriving at Bowman Rd near First Ave via Surfers Paradise, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Landsborough station, stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Caloundra?

The distance between Main Beach and Caloundra is 183 km. The road distance is 163.3 km.

How do I travel from Main Beach to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Main Beach to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Caloundra bus from?

Main Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Caloundra train from?

Main Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Main Beach to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Caloundra is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $45 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Main Beach to Caloundra bus arrive?

Main Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Main Beach to Caloundra train arrive?

Main Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Caloundra is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Main Beach to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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There are 3 ways to get from Main Beach to Caloundra by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
4h 23m
$4
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1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Landsborough station, stop Bbus R616
5h 12m
$26–44
Drive 163.3 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Caloundracar 163.3 km
1h 57m
$30–44

Main Beach to Caloundra by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Main Beach, QLD, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 4, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, Landsborough station, stop B, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 5h 12m.

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