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 28m.

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 $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Caloundra station via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

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 28m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Caloundra?

The distance between Gold Coast and Caloundra is 193 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 bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 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 1453+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus Pm16
4h 16m
$54–86
Train
cheapest
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 28m
$4
Drive 164.3 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Caloundracar 164.3 km
1h 59m
$29–42

Gold Coast to Caloundra by bus and foot

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra station via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, 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 28m.

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