How to travel from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay, Australia

The distance between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay is around 393km (244 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Gold Coast (OOL) to Hervey Bay (HVB).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time3h 20m
  • Typical cost
    A$490($330)
Operated byJetstar+ 2 others

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Train

Take the train to Roma Street station platform 7 and then to Maryborough West.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    A$145($95)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Brisbane CBD Roma St and then to Maryborough.

  • Duration8h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$110($73)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Roma Street station platform 7 then take the bus to Maryborough.

  • Duration9h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$83($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Hervey Bay.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Distance396km (246 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay

There are several options for getting from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$83 ($56) and will take around 9h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus, then take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$420 ($285).

The distance between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay is around 393km (244 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 337km (209 miles)

It takes around 5h 55m to get from Kingscliff and Hervey Bay by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx A$420 ($285).

The cheapest way to travel between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$83 ($56) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Varsity Lakes station platform 2, Roma Street station platform 7, Maryborough West and Maryborough Bus Terminal. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 5h 55m.

Translink QLD and Queensland Rail Travel run train services between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 5h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. It typically takes around 8h 25m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centre, Gold Coast Airport, Brisbane CBD Roma St and Maryborough. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 8h 25m.

Byron Easy Bus, Greyhound Australia and Premier Motor Service run regular bus services between Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. Buses run once daily and take around 8h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. Flights depart from Gold Coast (OOL) and arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 3h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 4h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Gold Coast (OOL) and and arrive into Hervey Bay (HVB).

The closest major airport to Hervey Bay is Hervey Bay Airport (HVB) (HVB) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Hervey Bay. Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) (MCY) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE) 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 Kingscliff and Hervey Bay. The distance is around 396km (246 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 55m and will usually cost around A$145 ($95).

How do I get from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay

Compare travel optionsbetween Kingscliff and Hervey Bay

Transport options from Kingscliff to Hervey Bay
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 20m
A$490($330)
hourly1,687km (1,048 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 40m
A$530($355)
twice daily1,698km (1,055 miles)
Bus, Train and Plane4h 15m
A$420($285)
hourly393km (244 miles)
Train
5h 55m
A$145($95)
every 20 mins412km (256 miles)
Bus
8h 25m
A$110($73)
once daily518km (322 miles)
Train and Bus
9h 30m
A$83($56)
once daily527km (327 miles)
Drive
4h 45m
A$76($51)
on demand396km (246 miles)

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Airports near Hervey Bay

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

HVB
Hervey Bay Airport (HVB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Hervey Bay
MCY
Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
147km (91 miles) from Hervey Bay
BNE
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
International Airport
Distance
235km (146 miles) from Hervey Bay