What is the cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $140 - $390 and takes 18h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach is to train and fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $180 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Mooloolaba and Airlie Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Airlie Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 5m.

How far is it from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Mooloolaba and Airlie Beach is 1048 km. The road distance is 1015 km.

How do I travel from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach without a car is to train which takes 17h 23m and costs $50 - $3,600.

How long does it take to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach bus from?

Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Train, bus or fly from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach is to train which takes 17h 23m and costs $50 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $390 and takes 18h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $450 - $1,100 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach is 1015 km. It takes approximately 12h 1m to drive from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 383+ hotels available in Airlie Beach.

Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)BNE - PPP
7h 27m
$180–676
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to ProserpineSpirit of Queensland
17h 23m
$52–3,602
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Airlie BeachPm16
18h 5m
$140–390
Drive 1,015 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach1,015 km
12h 1m
$194–280
Line 615 bus, train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Great Barrier Reef Airport
1. Take the bus from Walan St near Smith St to Landsborough station, stop A
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)BNE - HTI
7h 54m
$294–956
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)MCY - PPP
11h 17m
$452–1,052
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Mackay, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
3. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beach
10h 17m
$148–400
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV)BNE - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Airlie Beach
9h 26m
$208–546
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 1
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)BNE - MOV
3. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Airlie Beach
9h 33m
$414–1,060

Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach by bus, train, and foot

4Weekly Services

17h 23mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,047.9 km
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50–3,583 and the journey takes 13h 35m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach once daily. Tickets cost $140–200 and the journey takes 18h 5m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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