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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby is to train which costs $65 - $260 and takes 16h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby is to fly and train which takes 4h 38m and costs $80 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Hornsby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Hornsby. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Hornsby Station via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Hornsby?

The distance between Gold Coast and Hornsby is 746 km. The road distance is 808.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby without a car is to bus which takes 16h 30m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby, including transfers.

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

Gold Coast to Hornsby bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Hornsby?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby is to bus which takes 16h 30m and costs $110 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $260 and takes 16h 45m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Hornsby bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Hornsby bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Hornsby station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Hornsby train arrive?

Gold Coast to Hornsby train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Hornsby is 808 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Gold Coast to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 4359+ hotels available in Hornsby.

Gold Coast to Hornsby - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Gold Coast to Hornsby by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Gold Coast Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
4h 38m
$82–322
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Hornsby Stationtrain 32
16h 45m
$66–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Hornsbybus Pm11
16h 30m
$110–160
Drive 808.2 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Hornsbycar 808.2 km
8h 42m
$146–210
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
6h 25m
$120–430
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane OOL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
6h 27m
$104–450
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
7h 5m
$94–334
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
3. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
8h 10m
$132–436
Bus via Central Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
17h 31m
$145–313

Gold Coast to Hornsby by bus

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Distance: 745.8 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Hornsby once daily. Tickets cost $110–160 and the journey takes 16h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Hornsby Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, and Roma Street Station in around 16h 45m.

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