Coffs Harbour to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252 miles 405.5 km · straight line
303.5 miles actual route 488.5 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
AUD 57 - AUD 70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
359° N bearing direction

How far is Coffs Harbour from Sunshine Coast?

The distance from Coffs Harbour to Sunshine Coast is 252 miles (405.5 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located N of Coffs Harbour. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.5 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in Australia — Coffs Harbour in New South Wales and Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Coffs Harbour 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 Coffs Harbour to Sunshine Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min AUD 57 - AUD 70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $36–$106* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

Suggested Stops Between Coffs Harbour & Sunshine Coast

Quick Facts

Coffs Harbour
30.30°S, 153.11°E
Australia/Sydney
6m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM