What is the cheapest way to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach is to tram which costs $1 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach?

The fastest way to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Burleigh Heads and Main Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach. However, there are services departing from Burleigh Heads National Park and arriving at Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park via Broadbeach South station, stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Burleigh Heads and Main Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 station and arriving at Main Beach station, platform 1 station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach?

The distance between Burleigh Heads and Main Beach is 13 km. The road distance is 15.8 km.

How do I travel from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach without a car is to tram which takes 34 min and costs $1.

How long does it take to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach?

The tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1 takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Burleigh Heads to Main Beach bus from?

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Burleigh Heads National Park station.

Where do I catch the Burleigh Heads to Main Beach train from?

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach train services, operated by Translink, depart from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1.

Where does the Burleigh Heads to Main Beach bus arrive?

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Broadbeach South station.

Where does the Burleigh Heads to Main Beach train arrive?

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Beach station, platform 1.

Can I drive from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Burleigh Heads to Main Beach is 16 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach.

Where can I stay near Main Beach?

There are 2704+ hotels available in Main Beach.

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 700 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burleigh Heads to Main Beach by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1tram L1
34 min
$1
Line 700 bus, line 705 bus
1. Take the bus from Burleigh Heads National Park to Broadbeach South stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Broadbeach South station, stop C to Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Parkbus 705
1h 3m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burleigh Heads to Main Beachtaxi 15.8 km
18 min
$50–60
Drive 15.8 km
1. Drive from Burleigh Heads to Main Beachcar 15.8 km
18 min
$3–5

Burleigh Heads to Main Beach by tram

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Distance: 12.7 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia and Main Beach, QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a vehicle from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Burleigh Heads National Park to Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park via Broadbeach South station and Broadbeach South station, stop C in around 1h 3m.

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