What is the cheapest way to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus which costs $26 - $45 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Strathpine and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathpine station to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Strathpine bus station, stop C and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Aspley Gympie Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Strathpine and Rainbow Beach is 278 km. The road distance is 185.2 km.

How do I travel from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathpine to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Strathpine to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Aspley Gympie Road station.

Where does the Strathpine to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Strathpine to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathpine to Rainbow Beach is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 189+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

Strathpine to Rainbow Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Rainbow BeachPm16
6h 1m
$40–60
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Petrie station, platform 2 to Cooroy station, platform 1Brgy
2. Take the bus from Cooroy to Rainbow BeachPm16
6h 19m
$26–42
Train, bus via Cooran
1. Take the train from Petrie station, platform 2 to Cooroy station, platform 1Brgy
2. Take the bus from Traveston to Rainbow BeachHervey Bay / ...
6h 19m
$28–66
Drive 185.2 km
1. Drive from Strathpine to Rainbow Beach185.2 km
2h 56m
$37–53
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Hervey Bay (HVB)BNE - HVB
2. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow Beach
5h 41m
$288–550

Strathpine to Rainbow Beach by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.6 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Strathpine, QLD, Australia and Rainbow Beach, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Rainbow Beach once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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