Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton

Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton

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Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton Schedule

Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Flexible 11:10 - 21:45AUD 236
Queensland Rail Single Sleeper 12:22 - 21:30AUD 315
Greyhound Australia Premium 15:40 - 01:45AUD 288
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 18:35 - 01:00AUD 71.40

Transportation from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton

Facts about the transport from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton

Cheapest Transport$59
Fastest Transport6h 36m
Earliest Departure3:25 PM
Latest Departure3:40 PM
Departures per day3
Distance330 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland Rail

How to get from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton

Travelling between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 197.49 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 58.95.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 12 hours to travel between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton. Train will bring you to your destination in 6h 36m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 15m to reach Rockhampton.

How much does it cost to get from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton?

Travelling between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton can be as cheap as USD 58.95 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 197.49 if you buy a Greyhound Australia Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton ?

  • 2 from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton starting from 15:30 Mooloolaba until 15:40 Maroochydore
  • 1 from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton starting from 15:25 Nambour until 15:25 Nambour

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Sunshine Coast and Rockhampton

Greyhound Australia

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% opted for a bus
  • 33% took a train