What is the cheapest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast is to drive which costs $450 - $700 and takes 35h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast is to drive and fly and train which takes 10h 50m and costs $500 - $1,300.

How far is it from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast?

The distance between Cape York Peninsula and Gold Coast is 2286 km. The road distance is 2530.4 km.

How long does it take to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast is 2530 km. It takes approximately 35h 6m to drive from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2766+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast by car, plane, or train

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Drive, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
best
1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Weipa Airport (WEI)car
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane WEI - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
10h 50m
$503–1,275
Drive, fly to Gold Coast Airport
cheapest
1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Weipa Airport (WEI)car
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane WEI - OOL
14h 8m
$433–1,247
Drive 2,530.4 km
1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coastcar 2,530.4 km
35h 6m
$454–655

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) flights

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,286.3 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Cape York Peninsula, QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE), walk to International Airport Station, take the train to Helensvale station, platform 1, walk to Helensvale station, platform 4, then take the vehicle to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2. Alternatively, you can drive from Cape York Peninsula to Gold Coast in around 35h 6m.

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