What is the cheapest way to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale?

The cheapest way to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale is to line 760 bus and train which costs $4 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale?

The fastest way to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Coolangatta and Birkdale?

No, there is no direct train from Coolangatta station to Birkdale station. However, there are services departing from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 and arriving at Birkdale station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Boggo Road station, platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Coolangatta to Birkdale?

The distance between Coolangatta and Birkdale is 135 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

How do I travel from Coolangatta to Birkdale without a car?

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs $25 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coolangatta to Birkdale train from?

Coolangatta to Birkdale train services, operated by Translink, depart from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1.

Where does the Coolangatta to Birkdale train arrive?

Coolangatta to Birkdale train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Coolangatta to Birkdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolangatta to Birkdale is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Coolangatta to Birkdale.

Where can I stay near Birkdale?

There are 2446+ hotels available in Birkdale.

Coolangatta to Birkdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 760 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Coolangatta to Birkdale by bus, train, car, or tram

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tweed Heads to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Birkdale station, platform 1train Shcl / ...
3h 14m
$25–35
Line 760 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Griffith St at Coolangatta East to Robina Town Centrebus 760
2. Take the train from Robina station, platform 2 to Boggo Road station, platform 6train
3. Take the train from Boggo Road station, platform 8 to Birkdale station, platform 1train
3h 23m
$4
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Coolangatta to Birkdalecar 99.7 km
1h 18m
$18–26
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Boggo Road station, platform 6train
3. Take the train from Boggo Road station, platform 8 to Birkdale station, platform 1train
3h 51m
$4

Coolangatta to Birkdale by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.4 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Coolangatta, QLD, Australia and Birkdale, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Coolangatta to Birkdale. However, you can take the bus to Brisbane, walk to Roma Street, then take the train to Birkdale station, platform 1. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffith St at Coolangatta East to Birkdale station, platform 1 via Robina Town Centre, Robina station, Robina station, platform 2, and Boggo Road station, platform 8 in around 3h 23m.

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