Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.9 miles 154.4 km · straight line
120.7 miles actual route 194.3 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
AUD 23 - AUD 28 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
169° S bearing direction

How far is Hervey Bay from Sunshine Coast?

The distance from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast is 95.9 miles (154.4 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located S of Hervey Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.7 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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 Hervey Bay 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 Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min AUD 23 - AUD 28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hervey Bay & Sunshine Coast

Quick Facts

Hervey Bay
25.29°S, 152.77°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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 259.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM