What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs $280 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Surfers Paradise. 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 Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Emerald to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 13m.

How far is it from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Emerald and Surfers Paradise is 758 km. The road distance is 930.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 18h 13m and costs $100 - $3,400.

How long does it take to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Emerald to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Surfers Paradise train from?

Emerald to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Emerald station.

Train or bus from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 18h 13m and costs $100 - $3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $280 and takes 19h 19m.

Where does the Emerald to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Emerald to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Where does the Emerald to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Emerald to Surfers Paradise?

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Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2738+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Emerald to Surfers Paradise - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Emerald to Surfers Paradise 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 3m
$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 13m
$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 930.2 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Surfers Paradisecar 930.2 km
10h 32m
$168–242

Emerald to Surfers Paradise by train and tram

2Weekly Services

18h 13mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 757.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Emerald to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 18h 13m. 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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