Airlie Beach to Noosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

505.2 miles 813.1 km · straight line
624.2 miles actual route 1004.5 km · driving distance
13h 0min estimated drive time
AUD 118 - AUD 145 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
148° SSE bearing direction

How far is Airlie Beach from Noosa?

The distance from Airlie Beach to Noosa is 505.2 miles (813.1 km) as the crow flies. Noosa is located SSE of Airlie Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 624.2 miles, taking about 13h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Airlie Beach and Noosa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Airlie Beach to Noosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 0min AUD 118 - AUD 145 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 36min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 54min $75–$218* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Airlie Beach & Noosa

Quick Facts

Airlie Beach
20.27°S, 148.72°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Noosa
26.39°S, 153.08°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 168 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM