Airlie Beach to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

519.8 miles 836.6 km · straight line
634.4 miles actual route 1021 km · driving distance
13h 6min estimated drive time
AUD 119 - AUD 147 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
149° SSE bearing direction

How far is Airlie Beach from Sunshine Coast?

The distance from Airlie Beach to Sunshine Coast is 519.8 miles (836.6 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located SSE of Airlie Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634.4 miles, taking about 13h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. 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 Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 6min AUD 119 - AUD 147 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 43min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~17h 2min $76–$222* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Airlie Beach & Sunshine Coast

Quick Facts

Airlie Beach
20.27°S, 148.72°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Sunshine Coast
26.65°S, 153.07°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM