What is the cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach is to train and tram which costs $4 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach?

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Bowman Rd near First Ave and arriving at Broadbeach South station via Landsborough station, stop B, Abbotsford Rd at Montpelier Road Stop 12/13, Brisbane and Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Caloundra and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Caloundra station to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Landsborough station, platform 2 and arriving at Mermaid Beach station, platform 2 via Bowen Hills station, platform 1 and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach?

The distance between Caloundra and Mermaid Beach is 189 km. The road distance is 169.7 km.

How do I travel from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 53m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Mermaid Beach bus from?

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Landsborough station, stop B.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Mermaid Beach train from?

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach train services, operated by Translink, depart from Landsborough station, platform 2.

Where does the Caloundra to Mermaid Beach bus arrive?

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills station.

Where does the Caloundra to Mermaid Beach train arrive?

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Mermaid Beach is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach.

Where can I stay near Mermaid Beach?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Mermaid Beach.

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Caloundra to Mermaid Beach by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Mermaid Beach station, platform 2tram L1
4h 53m
$4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop B to Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hillsbus R611 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
5h 55m
$31–49
Drive 169.7 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Mermaid Beachcar 169.7 km
2h 2m
$31–45

Caloundra to Mermaid Beach by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 189 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Caloundra, QLD, Australia and Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Bowman Rd near First Ave to Broadbeach South station via Landsborough station, stop A, Landsborough station, stop B, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, Abbotsford Rd at Montpelier Road Stop 12/13, Adelaide Street Stop 40 near Broadway, Brisbane, and Surfers Paradise in around 5h 55m.

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