How to travel from Caloundra to Port Lincoln, Australia
The distance between Caloundra and Port Lincoln is around 1,962km (1,219 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 60m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Caloundra to Port Lincoln by train, plane, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Port Lincoln → Caloundra if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO).
- Duration4h 60m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical costA$525($355)
+ 3 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Brisbane and then to Sydney then take the train to Broken Hill Station then take the bus to Adelaide Central Bus Station Franklin St and then to Port Lincoln.
- Duration2 days 1h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costA$420($280)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Drive
Drive to Port Lincoln.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Distance2,385km (1,482 miles)
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Caloundra and Port Lincoln
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Caloundra to Port Lincoln by train, plane, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the train, then take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around A$185 ($125) and will take around 3 days 7h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$525 ($355).
The distance between Caloundra and Port Lincoln is around 1,962km (1,219 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,867km (1,160 miles)
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Caloundra and Port Lincoln by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 1h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Caloundra to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes around 4h 60m and will set you back approx A$525 ($355).
The cheapest way to travel between Caloundra and Port Lincoln, if you exclude driving, is to take the train, then take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around A$185 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Caloundra and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 4h 60m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Caloundra and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 4h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Caloundra and Port Lincoln. Flights depart from Maroochydore (MCY) and arrive at Port Lincoln (PLO) - via Adelaide (ADL). The flight takes around 3h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Caloundra to Port Lincoln. There is however a flight that goes via Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 4h 60m (not including layover time).
The flight from Caloundra to Port Lincoln typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Maroochydore (MCY) and and arrive into Port Lincoln (PLO).
The closest major airport to Port Lincoln is Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) (PLO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln. Whyalla Airport (WYA) (WYA) and Adelaide Airport (ADL) (ADL) 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 Port Lincoln. The distance is around 2,385km (1,482 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 1h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Caloundra to Port Lincoln is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around A$1,020 ($685).
Compare travel optionsbetween Caloundra and Port Lincoln
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4h 60m | A$525($355) | hourly | 1,962km (1,219 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 40m | A$1,020($685) | hourly | 1,979km (1,230 miles) |
| Train to Central station, platform 5, plane | 7h 40m | A$795($535) | hourly | 2,074km (1,289 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 1h | A$420($280) | twice a week | 3,508km (2,180 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 2 days 6h | A$675($455) | once a week | 3,512km (2,182 miles) |
Drive + 1 similar | 1 day 1h | A$450($305) | on demand | 2,385km (1,482 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 3 days 7h | A$185($125) | once a week | 3,151km (1,958 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Caloundra and Port Lincoln
Airlines
Qantas
Regional Express
Virgin Australia
Train operators
NSW TrainLink
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Bus companies
Premier Motor Service
Stateliner
Yorke Peninsula Coaches
Ferry operators
Spencer Gulf Searoad
Airports near Port Lincoln
The following major airports near Port Lincoln offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Port Lincoln Airport (PLO)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln
Whyalla Airport (WYA)
- Distance
- 241km (150 miles) from Port Lincoln
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
- Distance
- 246km (153 miles) from Port Lincoln