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

The cheapest way to get from Coolangatta to Scarborough is to line 760 bus and train which costs $4 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coolangatta to Scarborough is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Coolangatta and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Coolangatta to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Tweed Heads and arriving at Scarborough Rd at Griffith Road via Sandgate bus station, stop 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Coolangatta to Scarborough?

The distance between Coolangatta and Scarborough is 156 km. The road distance is 135.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Scarborough without a car is to line 760 bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs $4.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Coolangatta to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coolangatta to Scarborough bus from?

Coolangatta to Scarborough bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Tweed Heads station.

Where does the Coolangatta to Scarborough bus arrive?

Coolangatta to Scarborough bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Coolangatta to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolangatta to Scarborough is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Coolangatta to Scarborough.

Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 546+ hotels available in Scarborough.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Coolangatta to Scarborough by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 760 bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Griffith St at Coolangatta East to Varsity Lakes station, stop Abus 760
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Kippa-Ring station, platform 1train
3h 36m
$4
Bus, line 690 bus
1. Take the bus from Tweed Heads to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Sandgate bus station, stop 2 to Scarborough Rd at Griffith Roadbus 690 / ...
3h 49m
$26–36
Drive 135.5 km
1. Drive from Coolangatta to Scarboroughcar 135.5 km
1h 36m
$25–35
Bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the bus from Bilinga to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St to Hornibrook Hwy at Eventidebus 310
4h 57m
$29–48

Coolangatta to Scarborough by bus and train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Tweed Heads to Scarborough Rd at Griffith Road via Brisbane, Roma Street, Sandgate station, platform 1, and Sandgate bus station, stop 2 in around 3h 49m.

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