What is the cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 12h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen is to train and fly which takes 7h 13m and costs $180 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Mooloolaba and Bowen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Bowen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 45m.

How far is it from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

The distance between Mooloolaba and Bowen is 1089 km. The road distance is 1056.6 km.

How do I travel from Mooloolaba to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 16h 24m and costs $130 - $4,000.

How long does it take to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mooloolaba to Bowen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen is to train which takes 16h 24m and costs $130 - $4,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $420 and takes 19h 45m.

Where does the Mooloolaba to Bowen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mooloolaba to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mooloolaba to Bowen is 1057 km. It takes approximately 12h 28m to drive from Mooloolaba to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 28+ hotels available in Bowen.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen 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, train
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
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
7h 13m
$182–878
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to Bowentrain Spirit of Queensland
16h 24m
$130–3,924
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Bowenbus Pm16
19h 45m
$150–420
Drive 1,056.6 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Bowencar 1,056.6 km
12h 28m
$193–279
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 Bowencar
8h 8m
$174–391
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane MCY - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
9h 2m
$390–954
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Great Barrier Reef Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)plane BNE - HTI
3. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus
10h 8m
$325–956
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Mackay, train
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 train from Mackay to Bowentrain
9h 54m
$186–1,071
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 Bowencar
9h 43m
$429–921

Mooloolaba to Bowen by bus

14Weekly Buses

19h 45mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,088.7 km
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Bowen 4 times a week. Tickets cost $110–3,810 and the journey takes 14h 22m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Bowen once daily. Tickets cost $150–210 and the journey takes 19h 45m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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