The Sunshine Coast is easily accessible by a number of major highways. Australia Zoo is situated on Steve Irwin Way in Beerwah, and is approximately a 60-minute drive from Brisbane via the Bruce Highway. To get more driving route information, click below.

Directions from the North

• Follow the Bruce Highway until the Landsborough/Steve Irwin Way exit 188 on the left
• Take the exit which goes back over the Bruce Highway and get onto Steve Irwin Way
• Follow Steve Irwin Way
• Pass the Mooloolah exit on the right
• Pass the Landsborough exit on the right
• Australia Zoo is on the left about 5 kilometres past Landsborough

Directions from the South

• Follow the Bruce Highway until the Steve Irwin Way/Glasshouse Mountains (Tourist Route 24) exit on the left
• Take the exit (there is a big brown sign with Beerburrum, Maleny and Landsborough on it)
• Follow Steve Irwin Way for 18 kilometres without exiting
• Pass Beerburrum exit on the left
• Pass Glasshouse Mountains exit on the left
• Pass Beerwah exit on the left
• The Australia Zoo entrance is on the right, 3 kilometres past Beerwah

Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore) is a 30 minute drive from Australia Zoo and welcomes direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns and Canberra year-round with flights from Auckland, New Zealand seasonally. Brisbane Domestic and International Airports are an easy one hour drive to Australia Zoo.

Complimentary Shuttle Service – Beerwah Train Station

Australia Zoo offers a complimentary shuttle service between Beerwah Train Station and Australia Zoo for guests travelling by public transport.

Travelling to Australia Zoo

Guests arriving at Beerwah Train Station can follow the signage to the designated Australia Zoo shuttle meeting point for complimentary transfer to the Zoo during operating hours.
If the shuttle is not at the meeting point upon arrival, please contact our team on 5436 2000 to arrange collection.
Please be aware that waiting times may vary depending on guest demand and vehicle availability.
We recommend planning your journey in advance and checking the latest train service updates at translink.com.au or by calling Translink on 13 12 30.

Returning to Beerwah Train Station

Return shuttle services from Australia Zoo operate at scheduled departure times and are subject to vehicle capacity. During peak visitation periods, additional waiting times may apply, so we encourage guests to plan their return journey accordingly.

Important Transport Information

For the most accurate and up-to-date shuttle departure times and operational arrangements, please collect a Transport Information Flyer from your shuttle driver or our Admissions team upon arrival.
We recommend confirming your return transport arrangements at the beginning of your visit, particularly if you are travelling on a connecting train service.

Book a fun-filled day tour direct to Australia Zoo from Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast or the Gold Coast. Our service providers offer comfortable, air-conditioned, guided transfers from your door to Australia Zoo, seven days a week.

Croc Tours

Croc Tours is a locally owned and operated transport business specialising in small group tours. They are dedicated to providing a comfortable, safe, friendly and 5-star service to Australia Zoo seven days per week. Travel in style with Croc Tours in a seven, ten or 20 -seat luxury, air-conditioned vehicle.

The day tour involves a guaranteed six hours at Australia Zoo and a sneak peek of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Departing daily from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Gold Coast departures each Monday, Thursday and Saturday.  Book online via www.croctours.com.au or call: 0498761184.

Joel’s Journeys

Joel’s Journeys is an award-winning Noosa based tour operator, curating authentic bespoke experiences in and around Noosa and the Sunshine Coast.  All Australia Zoo transfers include the entry and pick up directly from your accommodation. Private transfers are also available.

Book online via https://joelsjourneys.com.au/ or call 0455 080 931