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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach is to train which costs $110 - $290 and takes 21h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $130 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Broadbeach South station via Central Station and Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Mermaid Beach station, platform 2 via Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Canberra to Mermaid Beach?

The distance between Canberra and Mermaid Beach is 919 km. The road distance is 1087.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach without a car is to bus which takes 16h 41m and costs $150 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach, including transfers.

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

Canberra to Mermaid Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

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

Canberra to Mermaid Beach train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Mermaid Beach?

The best way to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $130 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $350 and takes 16h 41m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $290 and takes 21h 35m.

Where does the Canberra to Mermaid Beach bus arrive?

Canberra to Mermaid Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Mermaid Beach train arrive?

Canberra to Mermaid Beach train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Mermaid Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Mermaid Beach is 1087 km. It takes approximately 11h 39m to drive from Canberra to Mermaid Beach.

Where can I stay near Mermaid Beach?

There are 2785+ hotels available in Mermaid Beach.

Canberra to Mermaid Beach - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Canberra to Mermaid Beach by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane CBR - OOL
3h 38m
$135–437
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
21h 35m
$113–289
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
16h 41m
$155–346
Bus, train via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
20h 37m
$121–307
Drive 1,087.1 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Mermaid Beachcar 1,087.1 km
11h 39m
$194–280
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CBR - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 55m
$174–454
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Burleigh Headsbus
22h 39m
$175–256

Canberra to Mermaid Beach by train and tram

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21h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 919.1 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to Broadbeach South station via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, and Surfers Paradise in around 16h 41m.

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