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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra is to bus which costs $150 - $220 and takes 30h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra is to fly and line 600 bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $140 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at Caloundra station via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 54m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Caloundra?

The distance between Melbourne and Caloundra is 1505 km. The road distance is 1713 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 28h 36m and costs $130 - $850.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Melbourne to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Caloundra bus from?

Melbourne to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra is to train which takes 28h 36m and costs $130 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $220 and takes 30h 54m.

Where does the Melbourne to Caloundra bus arrive?

Melbourne to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Caloundra is 1713 km. It takes approximately 19h 39m to drive from Melbourne to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Melbourne to Caloundra - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 600 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Melbourne to Caloundra by plane, bus, train, 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 Melbourne Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, line 600 bus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane MEL - MCY
2. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Caloundra stationbus
5h 20m
$140–340
Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane MEL - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Fortitude Valley station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
8h 22m
$122–332
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1train
28h 36m
$139–804
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus
30h 54m
$151–218
Drive 1,713 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Caloundracar 1,713 km
19h 39m
$303–438
Fly Melbourne Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MEL - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
6h 22m
$157–324
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane AVV - BNE
3. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
6h 58m
$157–474
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1train
33h 4m
$231–675

Melbourne to Caloundra by train and bus

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28h 36mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,505.5 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Caloundra Rd at Caloundra Police Station via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 28h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Caloundra station via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Roma Street Station, Stand F, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 30h 54m.

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