Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Gold Coast from Sunshine Coast?
The distance from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is 96.6 miles (155.5 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located NNW of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.3 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in Australia.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 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 Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
- You could travel this distance about 257.7 times to circle the Earth's equator