Central Coast to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

479.3 miles 771.3 km · straight line
588.3 miles actual route 946.8 km · driving distance
11h 23min estimated drive time
AUD 111 - AUD 136 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Central Coast from Sunshine Coast?

The distance from Central Coast to Sunshine Coast is 479.3 miles (771.3 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located NNE of Central Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.3 miles, taking about 11h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in Australia — Central Coast in New South Wales and Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Central Coast 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 Central Coast to Sunshine Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 23min AUD 111 - AUD 136 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 40min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~10h 49min $71–$206* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Central Coast & Sunshine Coast

Quick Facts

Central Coast
33.43°S, 151.37°E
Australia/Sydney
15m 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 160 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM