Getting to the Event
The Sunshine Coast is a safe and popular destination, thanks to its easy access, local airport, and close proximity to Brisbane. The Sunshine Coast is just one hour north of Brisbane, Australia’s third-largest city.
Event finish precinct
The official EVA Air Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival event precinct is at Buhk Family Park, right on the beach at Alexandra Headlands. The event precinct will be your best location to store baggage, access toilets, find information about the event and visit the event expo.
Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Brisbane Airport has two major terminals accommodating 23 airlines flying to 74 domestic and international destinations including the official airline partner of the Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival, EVA Air. EVA Air operates 3 weekly flights direct between Brisbane and Tapei.
Conveniently located, the Sunshine Coast Airport is just 15 minutes’ drive from Alexandra Headlands, the Sunshine Coast Marathon hub. Sunshine Coast Airport is serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas and Bonza domestically as well Air New Zealand who provide seasonal flight services from Auckland.
Centrally located, the Sunshine Coast Airport offers a range of transport options including shuttle buses, hire cars, taxis, ride share and public bus services.
Airport Transfers
Con-x-ion bus service provides swift and efficient airport transfer service between the Sunshine Coast & Brisbane Airports and your Sunshine Coast accommodation.
Locally owned and operated company, Airlink Transfers will help participants arrive comfortably to their destination. Airlink Transfers guarantees reliable and personalised door-to-door service to and from Brisbane and Sunshine Coast Airports – 24hrs a day, 7 days a week.
Car Hire
The Sunshine Coast is located an easy 60-minute drive north of Brisbane.
SIXT Australia is a network of vehicle rental experts with over 160 locations and more than 16,000 vehicles nationwide.
Thanks to our partnership with SIXT Australia you can enjoy discounted car rentals when you visit Brisbane. Click here to book and you will receive 15% off your next rental!
Rail
Train services operate from Brisbane’s Central Station to the Sunshine Coast stopping at hinterland villages and connecting bus services to coastal areas, including the popular holiday spots of Mooloolaba and Noosa. Service Information can be found here.
Shuttle Bus
Book tickets on the Park N Ride Shuttle bus, with two locations that drop you 200metres from the event start.
Think Change Bike Valet
Cooloolathin Park, Alexandra Headland
Why not ride your bike or scooter? Roads will be congested, and parking will be limited. Secure bike and scooter parking will be available just meters from the start line at Cooloolathin Park, Alexandra Pde. The Think Change Bike Valet is staffed from 5:00am until 1:00pm to ensure your device remains secure while you enjoy the event.
