Cost to Drive from Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) to Brisbane
100 km via the Bruce Hwy · about 1 h 25 min driving · range spans 6–11 L/100 km at Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore)'s weekly average price
Fuel: Brisbane U91 avg, week ending 30 August 2026 · distance computed once from open routingThe Bruce Highway heads north out of Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast on a short, well-travelled run that many locals drive regularly. It's a high-standard road for the trip, though holiday periods and peak times can slow the southern approaches. It's an easy single-sitting drive, with plenty of fuel and rest options along the way.
Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) → Brisbane fuel cost
Default price: Brisbane average U91, week ending 30 August 2026. Fuel only — tolls, wear and rest stops not included.
The breakdown at typical consumption
| Car | L/100 km | Fuel used | One way | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economical small car / hybrid | 6.0 | 6.0 L | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Typical car | 8.0 | 8.0 L | $16.18 | $32.37 |
| Large SUV / ute | 11.0 | 11.0 L | $22.25 | $44.51 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to drive from Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) to Brisbane?
- Between $12 and $22 in fuel one way at this week's Brisbane average price (202.3 c/L), depending on your car's consumption (6–11 L/100 km). A typical 8 L/100 km car uses about $16.18.
- How far is Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) to Brisbane by road?
- 100 km via the Bruce Hwy, around 1 h 25 min of driving without long stops.
Related trips
- Australian Institute of Petroleum — weekly petrol prices report, week ending 30 August 2026verified
- OSRM open routing (road distance, computed at build)cross-checked
Fuel cost only — tolls, food and accommodation not included. Distance is the practical sealed-road driving route; drive time excludes long breaks. Prices along remote corridors run above city averages. Updated each week from AIP's Monday report; this is the week ending 30 August 2026.