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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane 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 and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Central station, platform 1 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the Brisbane to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Surfers Paradise is 78 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise.

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

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

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2742+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise 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 Central 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 52m
$2
Drive 78 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisecar 78 km
56 min
$14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisetaxi 78 km
56 min
$230–280

Brisbane to Surfers Paradise by bus

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Brisbane, 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. Two other operators also service this route.

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