What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo is to tram and train which costs $4 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Australia Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Australia Zoo via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Australia Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Australia Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo?

The distance between Gold Coast and Australia Zoo is 174 km. The road distance is 150.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo without a car is to tram and train which takes 6h 18m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Australia Zoo bus from?

Gold Coast to Australia Zoo bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Australia Zoo train from?

Gold Coast to Australia Zoo train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Gold Coast to Australia Zoo bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Australia Zoo bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Australia Zoo train arrive?

Gold Coast to Australia Zoo train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Australia Zoo is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo.

Where can I stay near Australia Zoo?

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Gold Coast to Australia Zoo - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Gold Coast to Australia Zoo by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the tram from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
6h 18m
$4
Bus, line 615 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club to Australia Zoobus 615
6h 22m
$47–72
Drive 150.7 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Australia Zoocar 150.7 km
1h 50m
$27–39

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Distance: 174.2 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Australia Zoo via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club, and Australia Zoo in around 6h 22m.

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