What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane Airport and Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane Airport and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane Airport and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane Airport station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

The distance between Brisbane Airport and Gold Coast is 93 km. The road distance is 85.7 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $25 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

The bus from Brisbane Airport to Surfers Paradise takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast bus from?

Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Brisbane Airport station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast train from?

Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from International Airport Station.

Where does the Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast train arrive?

Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 1.

Can I drive from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast?

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Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast by bus (Greyhound), train, tram, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Airport to Surfers Paradisebus Au001 / ...
1h 51m
$25–40
Drive 85.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coastcar 85.7 km
1h 1m
$16–22
Train, tram
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl
2. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
2h 10m
$21–28

Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast by bus

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.5 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Brisbane Airport, QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Brisbane Airport to Surfers Paradise twice daily. Tickets cost $12–20 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Greyhound Australia also services this route twice daily.

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