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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane River to Gold Coast is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane River to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $15 - $23.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane River to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Brisbane Airport and arriving at Surfers Paradise via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane River 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 28m.

How far is it from Brisbane River to Gold Coast?

The distance between Brisbane River and Gold Coast is 115 km. The road distance is 86.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane River to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs $70 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Brisbane River to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Brisbane River to Gold Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane River to Gold Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane River to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane River to Gold Coast is 87 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Brisbane River to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2738+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Brisbane River 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 River to Gold Coast by bus, train, tram, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Airport to Surfers Paradisebus Au001 / ...
2h 9m
$73–94
Drive 86.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brisbane River to Gold Coastcar 86.7 km
1h 2m
$16–23
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 28m
$79–98

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Distance: 114.6 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Brisbane Airport to Surfers Paradise twice daily. Tickets cost $13–23 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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