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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Lota is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Lota is to drive which takes 1h and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Lota?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Lota. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Manly Rd at Silky Oaks via Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Lota?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Lota station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Lota station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Boggo Road station, platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Lota?

The distance between Gold Coast and Lota is 105 km. The road distance is 80.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Lota without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 17m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Gold Coast to Lota, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Lota bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Lota train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Lota?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Lota is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Gold Coast to Lota.

Where can I stay near Lota?

There are 2407+ hotels available in Lota.

Gold Coast to Lota - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gold Coast to Lota by bus, train, tram, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Lota station, platform 1train Brcl / ...
2h 17m
$22–31
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Boggo Road station, platform 6train
3. Take the train from Boggo Road station, platform 8 to Lota station, platform 1train
2h 34m
$2
Drive 80.9 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Lotacar 80.9 km
1h
$15–21
Bus, line 220 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall to Manly Rd at Silky Oaksbus 220
2h 34m
$24–37

Gold Coast to Lota by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 17mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.1 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Manly Rd at Silky Oaks via Brisbane and Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall in around 2h 34m.

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