How to travel from Noosa to Port Lincoln, Australia
The distance between Noosa and Port Lincoln is around 1,974km (1,227 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Noosa to Port Lincoln by plane, bus, train, 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 → Noosa if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical costA$495($335)
+ 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 2h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costA$415($280)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Drive
Drive to Port Lincoln.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Distance2,429km (1,510 miles)
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Noosa and Port Lincoln
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Noosa to Port Lincoln by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$135 ($90) and will take around 3 days 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$495 ($335).
The distance between Noosa and Port Lincoln is around 1,974km (1,227 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,879km (1,168 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Noosa and Port Lincoln by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Noosa to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx A$495 ($335).
The cheapest way to travel between Noosa and Port Lincoln, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$135 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Noosa and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Noosa and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Maroochydore (MCY) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Noosa 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 Noosa to Port Lincoln. There is however a flight that goes via Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Noosa 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 Noosa and Port Lincoln. The distance is around 2,429km (1,510 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Noosa to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around A$495 ($335).
Compare travel optionsbetween Noosa and Port Lincoln
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4h 50m | A$495($335) | hourly | 1,974km (1,227 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 6h 45m | A$1,025($690) | every 2 hours | 2,032km (1,263 miles) |
| Bus to Nambour station, train and plane | 8h 40m | A$800($540) | every 2 hours | 2,128km (1,322 miles) |
Bus and Train + 2 similar | 2 days 2h | A$415($280) | twice a week | 3,536km (2,197 miles) |
| Bus to Nambour station, train | 2 days 7h | A$675($455) | once a week | 3,565km (2,215 miles) |
| Bus to Nambour station, train | 3 days 10h | A$135($90) | once a week | 3,473km (2,158 miles) |
Drive + 1 similar | 1 day 2h | A$460($310) | on demand | 2,429km (1,510 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 2 days 3h | A$685($460) | once a week | 3,258km (2,024 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Noosa and Port Lincoln
Airlines
Regional Express
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
Yorke Peninsula Coaches
Stateliner
Premier Motor Service
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
NSW TrainLink
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
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