How to travel from Proserpine to Kingscliff, Australia

The distance between Proserpine and Kingscliff is around 1,046km (650 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

6 routes found

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

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Fly

Fly from Proserpine (PPP) to Gold Coast (OOL).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time3h 40m
  • Typical cost
    A$675($455)
Operated byJetstar+ 2 others

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Train

Take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Helensvale station platform 1.

  • Duration18h 15m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$155($105)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Brisbane and then to Tweed Heads.

  • Duration21h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$225($150)
Operated by

Premier Motor Service

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Maroochydore and then to Brisbane then take the train to Helensvale station platform 1.

  • Duration21h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$235($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kingscliff.

  • Duration15h 40m
  • Distance1,188km (738 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Proserpine and Kingscliff

There are several options for getting from Proserpine to Kingscliff by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$155 ($105) and will take around 18h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$675 ($455).

The distance between Proserpine and Kingscliff is around 1,046km (650 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,009km (627 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Proserpine and Kingscliff by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Proserpine to Kingscliff is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx A$675 ($455).

The cheapest way to travel between Proserpine and Kingscliff, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$155 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Proserpine and Kingscliff. It typically takes around 18h 15m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Proserpine to Kingscliff. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Brisbane Roma Street, Helensvale station platform 1, Broadbeach South station and Griffith St at Coolangatta East. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 18h 15m.

Queensland Rail Travel and Translink QLD run train services between Proserpine and Kingscliff. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 18h 15m, 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 Proserpine and Kingscliff. It typically takes around 21h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Proserpine to Kingscliff. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Brisbane and Tweed Heads. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 21h 10m.

Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia run regular bus services between Proserpine and Kingscliff. Buses run once daily and take around 21h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Proserpine and Kingscliff. Flights depart from Proserpine (PPP) and arrive at Gold Coast (OOL) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 3h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Proserpine to Kingscliff. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Proserpine to Kingscliff typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Proserpine (PPP) and and arrive into Gold Coast (OOL).

The closest major airport to Kingscliff is Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Kingscliff. Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) (BNK) 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 Proserpine and Kingscliff. The distance is around 1,188km (738 miles) by road and it will take around 15h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Proserpine to Kingscliff is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around A$675 ($455).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Proserpine and Kingscliff

Transport options from Proserpine to Kingscliff
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 30m
A$675($455)
hourly2,229km (1,385 miles)
Plane and Train4h 40m
A$380($255)
4 times a day1,046km (650 miles)
Train
18h 15m
A$155($105)
5 times a week1,188km (738 miles)
Bus
21h 10m
A$225($150)
once daily1,405km (873 miles)
Bus and Train
21h 45m
A$235($160)
once daily1,413km (878 miles)
Drive
15h 40m
A$225($150)
on demand1,188km (738 miles)

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Airports near Kingscliff

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

OOL
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
International Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Kingscliff
BNK
Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
65km (40 miles) from Kingscliff
BNE
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
International Airport
Distance
105km (66 miles) from Kingscliff