Route 613 Maroochydore Weekend Loop Trial
Getting around Maroochydore and Alexandra Headland on weekends is about to get easier, cheaper, and more convenient with the launch of the route 613 weekend loop service trial.
Whether you're heading to the beach, catching up for brunch, shopping at Sunshine Plaza, travelling to work or Nippers on the weekend, trial route 613 has you covered. For just 50 cents, you can travel between Sunshine Cove, Dalton Drive, Sunshine Plaza, Alexandra Headland, and back again. No parking hassles, no stress!
Thanks to our partnership with Translink, starting from Saturday 13 December 2025, residents in Sunshine Cove, south Maroochydore and Alexandra Headland have new or increased access to frequent, reliable public transport for just 50 cents each trip.
Route 613 timetable
Trial route 613 will operate in a clockwise one-way loop every 30 minutes between 6am and 6pm on weekends. Visit Translink to find out more about route 613 or to plan your journey.
Trial period
Proudly funded by your Transport Levy, the 12-month trial will commence on Saturday 13 December 2025 in partnership with Translink.
Frequently asked questions
Will the 613 Maroochydore weekend loop bus connect to any other services?
Will the 613 Maroochydore weekend loop bus connect to any other services?
You can use route 613 to connect with the wider Sunshine Coast public transport network, including the high-frequency route 600 along Alexandra Parade. Visit Translink to plan your 50 cent trip.
Where will trial route 613 stop in Sunshine Cove and on Dalton Drive?
Where will trial route 613 stop in Sunshine Cove and on Dalton Drive?
There’ll be two new bus stops at Sunrise Drive (near Sunshine Cove Park and Sunshine Cove Way near the Waterfront Park) and two new bus stops along Dalton Drive (at Newspaper Place and Maroochydore Community Health).
Will the four new bus stops impact parking?
Will the four new bus stops impact parking?
Some designated bus bays within Sunshine Cove will start being used for public transport with the launch of route 613. These bays were originally built for buses (including school buses) when the area was first developed, so there won’t be any actual loss of street parking. The two new bus stops located on Dalton Drive will result in changes to weekend parking. Council will notify directly affected residents and businesses. Please keep an eye on updated signage in the designated bays to avoid an unnecessary infringement.
Will the new bus stops at Sunshine Cove be used for other services?
Will the new bus stops at Sunshine Cove be used for other services?
Yes, the stops on Sunshine Cove Way will be used by school bus services on weekdays.
Will the buses used for trial route 613 be electric?
Will the buses used for trial route 613 be electric?
There are currently 11 electric buses operating on the Sunshine Coast. As the local bus delivery partner Kinetic is responsible for allocating buses to routes on the Sunshine Coast network based on several operational factors, we can’t guarantee you will get an electric bus for your trip.
How will I know if the trial route 613 is continuing or ending?
How will I know if the trial route 613 is continuing or ending?
Any decision to continue or end the trial will be announced through our usual channels in advance – including Council and Translink websites and other channels before the trial is due to end.
Why doesn’t trial route 613 operate on weekdays?
Why doesn’t trial route 613 operate on weekdays?
Weekday service options are being considered separately as part of longer-term planning for Maroochydore as it continues to develop and new roads open. We’ll monitor how many people use the service and gather community feedback during the trial to inform future decisions about Sunshine Coast’s public transport network.
Why is Council funding the trial route 613?
Why is Council funding the trial route 613?
Council has identified managing weekend travel and parking challenges in coastal areas as a priority. While weekday demand remains, this trial focuses on weekend convenience and connectivity.