Private Transfers to and from Australia Zoo
We run 3 private transfer routes to and from Australia Zoo, from $239 in a sedan (1–3 passengers) or $284 in a Mercedes V-Class (up to 7). The shortest is Brisbane Airport to Australia Zoo (77.5 km); the longest is Gold Coast to Australia Zoo (155 km).
Where Australia Zoo is
Australia Zoo is in Beerwah, Queensland (Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah QLD 4519). In a straight line it is 63 km from Brisbane Airport, 158 km from Gold Coast Airport.
Routes to and from Australia Zoo, with fares
To Australia Zoo
| Route | Distance | Drive | Sedan | V-Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Airport to Australia Zoo | 77.5 km | 70–90 min | $239 | $284 |
| Brisbane International Cruise Terminal to Australia Zoo | 85.8 km | 80–105 min | $264 | $315 |
| Gold Coast to Australia Zoo | 155 km | 130–165 min | $477 | $568 |
Distances and times from OpenStreetMap routing; fares from our booking engine, checked 13 October 2026. Prices are per car and include tolls and GST.
Good to know about Australia Zoo
- Australia Zoo is at Beerwah, in the Sunshine Coast region of Queensland. Source
- Bob and Lyn Irwin opened the zoo on 3 June 1970, and the Irwin family still runs it. Source
- Australia Zoo is open every day from 9.00am to 5.00pm. Source
- Coming from the south, the zoo's own directions leave the Bruce Highway at the Steve Irwin Way / Glasshouse Mountains exit (Tourist Route 24). Source
Australia Zoo transfers: questions
How much is a private transfer to Australia Zoo?
From $239 per car in a sedan or $284 in a Mercedes V-Class, depending on where you travel from. Every route and fare is in the table above.
Which airport is closest to Australia Zoo?
Sunshine Coast Airport at Maroochydore, which Australia Zoo puts at a 30-minute drive. Of the airports with a route on this page, Brisbane Airport is the nearest. Brisbane Airport is 63 km away in a straight line.
Do you supply child seats?
Yes, free on every booking. Tell us each child's age and the seats are fitted before pickup.
How many people fit?
The sedan takes 3 passengers with 2 large suitcases; the V-Class takes 7 with 5 large suitcases. Groups of 8 or more travel in two vehicles on one booking.
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Every Australia Zoo route
- Brisbane Airport to Australia Zoo — 77.5 km, from $239
- Brisbane International Cruise Terminal to Australia Zoo — 85.8 km, from $264
- Gold Coast to Australia Zoo — 155 km, from $477