Getting to the Fraser Coast
Drive to the Fraser Coast
Hervey Bay is just 3.5 hours’ drive north of Queensland’s capital Brisbane.
On the drive north you will pass through Maryborough - one of Queensland’s oldest towns, rich in history and the birthplace of Mary Poppins author, P.L. Travers.
Travel By Air
Virgin Australia operates a daily service ex Sydney to the Fraser Coast (Hervey Bay).
QantasLink operates several flights each day from Brisbane and JetGo operates direct flights from Melbourne and Brisbane.
Seair flies from Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island on the Southern Great Barrier.
Air Fraser Island operates daily flights landing on the eastern beach of Fraser Island.
Travel By Rail
Queensland Rail operates regular services from Brisbane and Cairns into Maryborough West. Coach transfers to Hervey Bay connect with most trains.
Travel By Coach/Bus
Greyhound and Premier Motor Services operate several services each day through Maryborough and Hervey Bay.
Con-X-Ion also operates a return daily service from Brisbane to Hervey Bay.
Directions to Hervey Bay
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We had never been to this side of the island before and found it absolutely magnificent. Remote deserted beaches... I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see a unique, and definitely remote and beautiful side of Fraser Island.
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Fabulous afternoon of close encounters and great commentary.