Driving from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast lies 153 km (95 mi) north of Gold Coast, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 187 km (116 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Gold Coast | Sunshine Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 640,778 | 398,840 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) |
Where to book car hire from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast
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Staying in Sunshine Coast
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32).
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Common questions
How far is Sunshine Coast from Gold Coast?
153 km (95 mi) in a straight line, north of Gold Coast; by road roughly 187 km (116 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast by car?
About 2 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast?
No, both are on Australia/Brisbane at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sunshine Coast?
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.