What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 10h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast is to fly and train which takes 4h and costs $280 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Rockhampton George Street and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Emerald to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 9m.

How far is it from Emerald to Gold Coast?

The distance between Emerald and Gold Coast is 757 km. The road distance is 929.9 km.

How do I travel from Emerald to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 18h 9m and costs $100 - $3,400.

How long does it take to get from Emerald to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Emerald to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Gold Coast bus from?

Emerald to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Gold Coast train from?

Emerald to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Emerald station.

Train or bus from Emerald to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Emerald to Gold Coast is to train which takes 18h 9m and costs $100 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $280 and takes 19h 19m.

Where does the Emerald to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Emerald to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Where does the Emerald to Gold Coast train arrive?

Emerald to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Emerald to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Gold Coast is 930 km. It takes approximately 10h 32m to drive from Emerald to Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Emerald to Gold Coast?

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Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

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Emerald to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Emerald to Gold Coast by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane EMD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
4h
$289–750
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to Roma Streettrain Spirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
18h 9m
$102–3,337
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhamptonbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus
19h 19m
$175–276
Drive 929.9 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Gold Coastcar 929.9 km
10h 32m
$168–242

Emerald to Gold Coast by train and tram

2Weekly Services

18h 9mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 757.2 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Emerald, QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Emerald to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 18h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emerald to Surfers Paradise via Rockhampton George Street, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane in around 19h 19m.

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