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

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin is to train and bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Mooloolaba and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Mooloolaba to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Nimbin Central School via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Mooloolaba to Nimbin?

The distance between Mooloolaba and Nimbin is 298 km. The road distance is 262.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $100 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mooloolaba to Nimbin bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mooloolaba to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $100 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus via Murwillumbah, which costs and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Mooloolaba to Nimbin bus arrive?

Mooloolaba to Nimbin bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Mooloolaba and Nimbin?

Nimbin is 1h ahead of Mooloolaba. It is currently 6:03 AM in Mooloolaba and 7:03 AM in Nimbin.

Can I drive from Mooloolaba to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Mooloolaba to Nimbin is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Mooloolaba to Nimbin.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 66+ hotels available in Nimbin.

Mooloolaba to Nimbin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Mooloolaba to Nimbin by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle Station32
6h 16m
$105–262
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Robina station, platform 1
3. Take the bus from Robina Station, Stand E to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St174
9h 6m
$21–30
Bus via Murwillumbah
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Murwillumbah
3. Take the bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Nimbin Central School630
7h 22m
Drive 262.7 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Nimbin262.7 km
3h 21m
$52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St176
7h 33m
$46–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Station32
7h 58m
$54–206

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 297.6 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia and Nimbin, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mooloolaba, River Esplanade to Nimbin via Landsborough station, stop A, Landsborough station, platform 2, Central station, platform 5, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Kyogle Station in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mooloolaba to Nimbin Central School via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall in around 7h 22m.

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