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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $13 - $20.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane CBD station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from South Brisbane station, platform 1 and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast?

The distance between Brisbane CBD and Gold Coast is 78 km. The road distance is 77 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs $21 - $40.

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

The bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

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

Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from South Brisbane station, platform 1.

Where does the Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast is 77 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast.

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

Book your Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2738+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast by bus (Greyhound), train, tram, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
1h 20m
$21–40
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
2. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
1h 41m
$2
Drive 77 km
1. Drive from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coastcar 77 km
55 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brisbane CBD to Gold Coasttaxi 77 km
55 min
$230–280

Brisbane CBD to Gold Coast by bus

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Distance: 78.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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