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

The cheapest way to get from Nimbin to Caloundra is to bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nimbin to Caloundra is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Nimbin and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Nimbin to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Cullen St At Sibley St and arriving at Caloundra station via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Nimbin to Caloundra?

The distance between Nimbin and Caloundra is 289 km. The road distance is 253.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nimbin to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $100 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Nimbin to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nimbin to Caloundra bus from?

Nimbin to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St station.

Train or bus from Nimbin to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Nimbin to Caloundra is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $100 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Nimbin to Caloundra bus arrive?

Nimbin to Caloundra bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

What is the time difference between Nimbin and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Nimbin. It is currently 2:34 AM in Nimbin and 1:34 AM in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Nimbin to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Nimbin to Caloundra is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Nimbin to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Nimbin to Caloundra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nimbin to Caloundra by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyogle Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1Brna / ...
5h 54m
$107–255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Roma Street Station, Stand F175
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to MooloolabaPm16
7h 42m
$49–72
Drive 253.3 km
1. Drive from Nimbin to Caloundra253.3 km
3h 17m
$50–72
Bus, train via Murwillumbah
1. Take the bus from Nimbin Central School to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall630
2. Take the bus from Murwillumbah to Beenleigh
3. Take the train from Beenleigh station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2
4. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1
8h 11m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lismore Southern Cross University to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1Brna / ...
8h 34m
$78–94

Nimbin to Caloundra by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 42mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.8 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nimbin to Caloundra Rd at Caloundra Police Station via Kyogle Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Central station, platform 6, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cullen St At Sibley St to Caloundra station via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St, Roma Street Station, Stand F, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 7h 42m.

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