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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Caloundra is to train which costs $4 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Caloundra is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Bowman Rd near First Ave via Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Landsborough station, stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Caloundra 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 4h 26m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Caloundra?

The distance between Gold Coast and Caloundra is 185 km. The road distance is 164.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $4.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Gold Coast to Caloundra, including transfers.

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

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

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

Gold Coast to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Caloundra is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $40 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Caloundra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Caloundra train arrive?

Gold Coast to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Caloundra is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Gold Coast to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Gold Coast to Caloundra - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
4h 26m
$4
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1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Landsborough station, stop Bbus R616
4h 28m
$26–39
Drive 164.3 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Caloundracar 164.3 km
1h 59m
$30–43

Gold Coast to Caloundra by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 184.6 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 4, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Brisbane, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, Landsborough station, stop B, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 4h 28m.

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