What is the cheapest way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula?

The cheapest way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula is to train and bus via Canberra which costs $120 - $340 and takes 26h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula?

The fastest way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $390 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Pimpama and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Pimpama station to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Pimpama station, stop B and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Beenleigh, Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 23m.

How far is it from Pimpama to Merimbula?

The distance between Pimpama and Merimbula is 1085 km. The road distance is 1291.9 km.

How do I travel from Pimpama to Merimbula without a car?

The best way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus via Canberra which takes 26h 7m and costs $120 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Pimpama to Merimbula?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Pimpama to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pimpama to Merimbula bus from?

Pimpama to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Beenleigh station.

Bus or fly from Pimpama to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Pimpama to Merimbula is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $390 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $410 and takes 28h 1m.

Where does the Pimpama to Merimbula bus arrive?

Pimpama to Merimbula bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Pimpama and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Pimpama. It is currently 12:32 PM in Pimpama and 1:32 PM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Pimpama to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Pimpama to Merimbula is 1292 km. It takes approximately 14h 47m to drive from Pimpama to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 317+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Pimpama to Merimbula - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Pimpama to Merimbula by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Fly Gold Coast Airport to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)OOL - MIM
6h 48m
$392–802
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pimpama station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Station631 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
26h 7m
$120–340
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
28h 1m
$192–402
Drive 1,291.9 km
1. Drive from Pimpama to Merimbula1,291.9 km
14h 47m
$253–365
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the train from Pimpama station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNE - MIM
6h 53m
$400–827
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)OOL - CBR
2. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
9h 44m
$144–542
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Pimpama station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)BNE - CBR
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
10h 4m
$213–617
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pimpama station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Bombo StationSco
4. Take the bus from Kiama Bombo to MerimbulaPm2
26h 52m
$128–338
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Beenleigh to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
28h 23m
$192–300

Pimpama to Merimbula by train and bus

14Weekly Services

26h 7mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,084.5 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Pimpama, QLD, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pimpama station, platform 1 to Merimbula via Helensvale station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 4, Cavill Avenue station, platform 2, Surfers Paradise, and Central Station in around 28h 1m.

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