How to travel from Noosa to Hervey Bay, Australia

The distance between Noosa and Hervey Bay is around 175km (109 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Noosa to Hervey Bay by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Bus

Take the bus to Maryborough.

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$42($28)
Operated by

Premier Motor Service

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Maple St near Myall St then take the train to Maryborough West then take the bus to Maryborough Bus Terminal and then to Hervey Bay Rd near Nikenbah Dundowran Rd HnR.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    A$43($29)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Hervey Bay.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance175km (109 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Noosa and Hervey Bay

There are several options for getting from Noosa to Hervey Bay by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around A$42 ($28) and will take around 4h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$34 ($23).

The distance between Noosa and Hervey Bay is around 175km (109 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 114km (71 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Noosa and Hervey Bay by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Noosa to Hervey Bay is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx A$34 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Noosa and Hervey Bay, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around A$42 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Noosa and Hervey Bay. We recommend that you drive to Hervey Bay. instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Noosa and Hervey Bay. It typically takes around 4h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Noosa to Hervey Bay. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Poinciana Ave at Tewantin Primary School and Maryborough. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 4h 10m.

Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia run regular bus services between Noosa and Hervey Bay. Buses run once daily and take around 4h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Noosa to Hervey Bay. We recommend that you take the bus to Maple St near Myall St then take the train to Maryborough West then take the bus to Maryborough Bus Terminal and then to Hervey Bay Rd near Nikenbah Dundowran Rd HnR. instead which will take 2h 40m.

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 Noosa and Hervey Bay. The distance is around 175km (109 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Noosa to Hervey Bay is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around A$43 ($29).

How do I get from Noosa to Hervey Bay

Compare travel optionsbetween Noosa and Hervey Bay

Transport options from Noosa to Hervey Bay
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4h 10m
A$42($28)
once daily261km (162 miles)
Bus to Hervey Bay4h 45m
A$51($34)
once daily278km (173 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 40m
A$43($29)
every 20 mins181km (113 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
A$34($23)
on demand175km (109 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