What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay is to bus via Ballina which costs $28 - $45 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Iluka Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Charles St After Denne St via Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

The distance between Gold Coast and Iluka Bay is 225 km. The road distance is 197.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay without a car is to bus via Ballina which takes 4h 43m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Iluka Bay bus from?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Iluka Bay bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Iluka Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at MacLean station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Iluka Bay is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay?

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Where can I stay near Iluka Bay?

There are 572+ hotels available in Iluka Bay.

Gold Coast to Iluka Bay - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Gold Coast to Iluka Bay by bus, car, or ferry

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Bus via Ballina
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus Au001
2. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Charles St After Denne Stbus 144
4h 43m
$28–45
Drive 197.6 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Iluka Baycar 197.6 km
2h 16m
$36–52
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Yamba YHAbus Sydney
2. Take the ferry from Yamba Wharf to Iluka Wharfferry Crf
7h 12m
$56–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to MacLeanbus Pm11
8h 29m
$45–68

Gold Coast to Iluka Bay by bus, foot, and ferry

28Weekly Services

7h 12mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Charles St After Denne St via Ballina Service Center and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St in around 4h 43m.

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