What is the cheapest way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise is to line 620 bus and line 615 bus and train and tram which costs $5 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Coolum Beach and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Beach and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Coolum Beach and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Coolum Beach station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Coolum Beach and Surfers Paradise is 214 km. The road distance is 190.2 km.

How do I travel from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $65 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Where do I catch the Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise train from?

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $65 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $45 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Fortitude Valley station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2750+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Fortitude Valley station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
4h 22m
$67–79
Line 620 bus, line 615 bus, train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from David Low Way at Coolum Beach to Maroochydore station, platform 1bus 620
2. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Landsborough station, stop Abus 615
3. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train
4. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
6h 4m
$4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Au001 / ...
5h 59m
$26–44
Drive 190.2 km
1. Drive from Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradisecar 190.2 km
2h 18m
$34–50

Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 214 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Coolum Beach to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Nambour station, platform 2, Fortitude Valley station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from David Low Way at Coolum Beach to Surfers Paradise via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba, River Esplanade, Mooloolaba, and Brisbane in around 5h 59m.

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