How to travel from Caloundra to Fremantle, Australia

The distance between Caloundra and Fremantle is around 3,739km (2,323 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8hrs.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Caloundra to Fremantle by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out FremantleCaloundra if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Perth (PER).

  • Duration8hrs
  • Flight time6hrs
  • Typical cost
    A$765($515)
Operated byJetstar+ 2 others

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Train

Take the train to Central station platform 5 then Adelaide and then to Perth.

  • Duration5 days 6h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$590($395)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Central station platform 5 then take the bus to Sydney then take the train to Perth.

  • Duration3 days 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$990($665)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Fremantle.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Distance4,449km (2,765 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Caloundra and Fremantle

There are several options for getting from Caloundra to Fremantle by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$590 ($395) and will take around 5 days 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 8hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$765 ($515).

The distance between Caloundra and Fremantle is around 3,739km (2,323 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,650km (2,268 miles)

It takes around 8hrs to get from Caloundra and Fremantle by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 22h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Caloundra to Fremantle is to fly which takes around 8hrs and will set you back approx A$765 ($515).

The cheapest way to travel between Caloundra and Fremantle, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$590 ($395) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Caloundra and Fremantle. It typically takes around 5 days 6h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Caloundra to Fremantle. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Landsborough station, Central station platform 5, Adelaide, Adelaide Parklands and Perth. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 5 days 6h.

Translink QLD, Journey Beyond - Great Southern and Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific run train services between Caloundra and Fremantle. Trains depart once a week and will take around 5 days 6h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Caloundra and Fremantle. We recommend that you fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Perth (PER). instead which will take 8hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Caloundra and Fremantle. Flights depart from Maroochydore (MCY) and arrive at Perth (PER) - via Adelaide (ADL). The flight takes around 6hrs.

There is no direct flight from Caloundra to Fremantle. There is however a flight that goes via Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 8hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Caloundra to Fremantle typically takes around 6hrs. Flights depart from Maroochydore (MCY) and and arrive into Perth (PER).

The closest major airport to Fremantle is Perth Airport (PER) (PER) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Fremantle. Busselton Airport (BQB) (BQB) and Albany Airport (ALH) (ALH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Caloundra and Fremantle. The distance is around 4,449km (2,765 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 22h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Caloundra to Fremantle is to fly which takes, on average, 8hrs and will usually cost around A$765 ($515).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Caloundra and Fremantle

Transport options from Caloundra to Fremantle
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
8hrs
A$765($515)
hourly3,849km (2,392 miles)
Train and Plane8h 35m
A$635($430)
hourly3,739km (2,323 miles)
Train to Central station, platform 5, plane10h 10m
A$770($515)
hourly3,862km (2,400 miles)
Train
5 days 6h
A$590($395)
once a week5,393km (3,351 miles)
Train and Bus
3 days 21h
A$990($665)
once a week5,088km (3,161 miles)
Drive
1 day 22h
A$840($565)
on demand4,449km (2,765 miles)

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Airports near Fremantle

The following major airports near Fremantle offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

PER
Perth Airport (PER)
International Airport
Distance
24km (15 miles) from Fremantle
BQB
Busselton Airport (BQB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
184km (114 miles) from Fremantle
ALH
Albany Airport (ALH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
374km (232 miles) from Fremantle