What is the cheapest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Toowoomba and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Toowoomba and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Brisbane and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Toowoomba and Runaway Bay is 209 km. The road distance is 171 km.

How do I travel from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus from?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Toowoomba station.

Train or bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The best way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $30 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay by bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
3h 42m
$30–51
Train
1. Take the train from Toowoomba to Corindatrain Westlander
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
6h 10m
$30–609
Drive 171 km
1. Drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Baycar 171 km
2h 2m
$31–44
Fly, train
1. Fly from Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane WTB - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3h 27m
$256–844
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Southportbus Pm11
4h 21m
$49–79

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay by bus, train, and tram

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Toowoomba, QLD, Australia and Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Toowoomba to Lae Dr at Morala Avenue via Corinda station, platform 4, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 4, Gold Coast University Hospital station, platform 2, and GCUH, platform 3 in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay Centre via Brisbane, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 4h 21m.

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