What is the cheapest way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise is to fly and train which takes 4h 46m and costs $330 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Coffs Harbour High School, Harbour Dr and Coffs Harbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Armidale and Surfers Paradise is 351 km. The road distance is 432.3 km.

How do I travel from Armidale to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise without a car is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs $140 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Armidale to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Bus or fly from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $370 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $220 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Armidale to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Armidale to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Coffs Harbour Station.

What is the time difference between Armidale and Surfers Paradise?

Surfers Paradise is 1h behind Armidale. It is currently 7:09 AM in Armidale and 6:09 AM in Surfers Paradise.

Can I drive from Armidale to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Surfers Paradise is 432 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Armidale to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2881+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Armidale to Surfers Paradise - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Armidale to Surfers Paradise by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly Armidale to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane ARM - OOL
5h 43m
$375–656
Drive 432.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Armidale to Surfers Paradisecar 432.3 km
5h 15m
$79–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Stationbus Dt2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
9h 46m
$140–219
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Urunga Stationbus Dt2
2. Take the train from Urunga Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
11h 17m
$113–272
Fly Armidale to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane ARM - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
4h 46m
$334–583
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airportbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CFS - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
7h 30m
$392–882
Bus, train via Casino
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Stationbus Dt2
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
3. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock Stbus 173 / ...
12h 5m
$127–290
Bus via Urunga
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Urunga Stationbus Dt2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Urunga to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
12h 27m
$131–180

Armidale to Surfers Paradise by bus

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9h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 350.6 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

Qantas, Link Airways, and Virgin Australia fly from Armidale (ARM) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Surfers Paradise via Coffs Harbour Station, Coffs Harbour High School, Harbour Dr, Park Av At Little St, and Coffs Harbour in around 9h 46m.

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