What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Margate?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Margate is to train and line 690 bus via Sandgate station, platform 1 which costs $2 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Margate?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Margate is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Margate. However, there are services departing from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St and arriving at Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centre via Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Margate?

The distance between Brisbane and Margate is 32 km. The road distance is 30.7 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Margate without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Margate without a car is to train and line 690 bus via Sandgate station, platform 1 which takes 1h 22m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Margate?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Brisbane to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Margate bus from?

Brisbane to Margate bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St station.

Where does the Brisbane to Margate bus arrive?

Brisbane to Margate bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Margate is 31 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Brisbane to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 543+ hotels available in Margate.

Brisbane to Margate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 690 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Brisbane to Margate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 690 bus via Sandgate station, platform 1
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1. Take the train from Central station, platform 4 to Sandgate station, platform 1train Clsh / ...
2. Take the bus from Sandgate bus station, stop 2 to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centrebus 690
1h 22m
$2
Line 310 bus, line 690 bus
1. Take the bus from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St to Hornibrook Hwy at Eventidebus 310
2. Take the bus from Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centrebus 690
1h 35m
$2
Drive 30.7 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Margatecar 30.7 km
31 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brisbane to Margatetaxi 30.7 km
31 min
$75–95
Train, line 690 bus
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Kippa-Ring station, platform 2train Sprp / ...
2. Take the bus from Kippa-Ring station, stop A to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centrebus 690
1h 51m
$2

Brisbane to Margate by train and bus

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Distance: 31.8 km
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Margate, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centre via Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide in around 1h 35m.

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