Gold Coast to Noosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.1 miles 183.6 km · straight line
134.8 miles actual route 216.9 km · driving distance
2h 50min estimated drive time
AUD 25 - AUD 31 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
350° N bearing direction

How far is Gold Coast from Noosa?

The distance from Gold Coast to Noosa is 114.1 miles (183.6 km) as the crow flies. Noosa is located N of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.8 miles, taking about 2h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in Australia.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast to Noosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 50min AUD 25 - AUD 31 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 24min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gold Coast & Noosa

Quick Facts

Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM