What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

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

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane CBD and Surfers Paradise?

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 Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane CBD station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from South Brisbane station, platform 1 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Brisbane CBD and Surfers Paradise is 78 km. The road distance is 77.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs $22 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

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 Surfers Paradise bus from?

Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise train from?

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

Where does the Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise?

Book your Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2750+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and tram

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
1h 20m
$22–40
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 Cavill Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
1h 44m
$2
Drive 77.3 km
1. Drive from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradisecar 77.3 km
55 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradisetaxi 77.3 km
55 min
$230–280

Brisbane CBD to Surfers Paradise by bus (Greyhound)

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Brisbane CBD, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, 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.

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