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

The cheapest way to get from Merimbula to Caloundra is to bus and train which costs $130 - $650 and takes 28h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merimbula to Caloundra is to fly which takes 7h 41m and costs $550 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Merimbula and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Merimbula to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Park St At Wonga St and arriving at Caloundra station via Canberra, Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 12m.

How far is it from Merimbula to Caloundra?

The distance between Merimbula and Caloundra is 1219 km. The road distance is 1428.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Merimbula to Caloundra without a car is to bus which takes 27h 12m and costs $220 - $470.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Merimbula to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merimbula to Caloundra bus from?

Merimbula to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Park St At Wonga St station.

Bus or fly from Merimbula to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Merimbula to Caloundra is to fly which takes 7h 41m and costs $550 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $470 and takes 27h 12m.

Where does the Merimbula to Caloundra bus arrive?

Merimbula to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St station.

What is the time difference between Merimbula and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Merimbula. It is currently 7:19 AM in Merimbula and 6:19 AM in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Merimbula to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Merimbula to Caloundra is 1428 km. It takes approximately 16h 18m to drive from Merimbula to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1422+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Merimbula to Caloundra - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Merimbula to Caloundra by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 to Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)MIM - MCY
7h 41m
$551–1,037
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merimbula to Central StationPm1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Landsborough station, platform 1
28h 11m
$137–652
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St772
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolaba
27h 12m
$227–463
Drive 1,428.3 km
1. Drive from Merimbula to Caloundra1,428.3 km
16h 18m
$278–401
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MIM - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1
8h 14m
$400–820
Bus, train via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Canberra Station, Coach Stop772
2. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Station636 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
27h 23m
$182–387
Bus, train via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Merimbula to Central StationPm1
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
28h 12m
$197–393
Bus, train via Grafton
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Canberra Station, Coach Stop772
2. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Station636 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Grafton Station33 / ...
4. Take the bus from Grafton City South to Brisbane Roma Street
5. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
32h 4m
$157–387

Merimbula to Caloundra by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

27h 12mAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,219.2 km
Duration: 7h 41m

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

Qantas, Regional Express, and Jetstar fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park St At Wonga St to Caloundra station via Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St, Canberra, Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 27h 12m.

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