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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Carina is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Carina is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Carina?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Carina. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Old Cleveland Rd at Carina Stop 35 via King George Square, 2b. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Carina?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Carina station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at South Brisbane station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Carina?

The distance between Gold Coast and Carina is 89 km. The road distance is 73.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Carina without a car is to bus and line 222 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs $27 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Gold Coast to Carina, including transfers.

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

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

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

Gold Coast to Carina train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Gold Coast to Carina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Carina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Carina?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Carina is 73 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Gold Coast to Carina.

Where can I stay near Carina?

There are 2562+ hotels available in Carina.

Gold Coast to Carina - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 222 bus, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Gold Coast to Carina by bus (Greyhound), tram, train, car, taxi, or bus

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Bus, line 222 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from King George Square, 2b to Old Cleveland Rd at Carina Stop 35bus 222
1h 32m
$28–46
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to South Brisbane station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
2h 18m
$2
Drive 73.1 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Carinacar 73.1 km
55 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gold Coast to Carinataxi 73.1 km
55 min
$220–260
Bus, line 222 bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Roma Street busway, platform 2 to Old Cleveland Rd at Carina Stop 35bus 222
1h 53m
$25–35

Gold Coast to Carina by bus

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89.2 km
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Old Cleveland Rd at Carina Stop 35 via Brisbane and King George Square, 2b in around 1h 32m.

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