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

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 12h 2m.

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 28m and costs $150 - $650.

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 1014.3 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 $100 - $3,600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m 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 $100 - $3,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $400 and takes 18h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $360 - $700 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 1014 km. It takes approximately 12h 2m to drive from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 382+ 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 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane BNE - PPP
7h 28m
$154–626
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
17h 23m
$102–3,602
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beachbus Pm16
18h 5m
$140–400
Drive 1,014.3 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Airlie Beachcar 1,014.3 km
12h 2m
$183–264
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 Abus
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)plane BNE - HTI
7h 55m
$264–806
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane MCY - PPP
11h 17m
$362–702
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Mackay, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)plane BNE - MKY
3. Take the bus from Mackay to Airlie Beachbus
10h 18m
$148–396
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane BNE - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Airlie Beachcar
9h 27m
$188–470
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)plane BNE - MOV
3. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Airlie Beachcar
9h 33m
$408–906

Mooloolaba to Airlie Beach by bus, train, and foot

4Weekly Services

17h 23mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,047.8 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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 $100–3,583 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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