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

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Bowen is to bus which costs $150 - $420 and takes 19h 45m.

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 33m and costs $220 - $950.

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 33m and costs $65 - $4,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m 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 33m and costs $65 - $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 26m to drive from Mooloolaba to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 27+ 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 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)BNE - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowen
7h 33m
$220–928
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nambour to BowenSpirit of Queensland
16h 33m
$70–3,924
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to BowenPm16
19h 45m
$150–420
Drive 1,056.6 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Bowen1,056.6 km
12h 26m
$206–297
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Townsville Airport (TSV)BNE - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Bowen
8h 33m
$188–556
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)MCY - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowen
11h 24m
$552–1,304
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 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)BNE - HTI
3. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowen
10h 33m
$314–986
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Mackay, train
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Mackay (MKY)BNE - MKY
3. Take the train from Mackay to Bowen
10h 27m
$156–1,096
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)BNE - MOV
3. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Bowen
9h 58m
$434–1,076

Mooloolaba to Bowen by bus

14Weekly Buses

19h 45mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,088.7 km
Duration: 7h 33m

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 $50–3,810 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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