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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Manly is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Manly is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Manly. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Manly Rd at Whites Rd via Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Manly?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Manly station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Manly station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Boggo Road station, platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Manly?

The distance between Gold Coast and Manly is 103 km. The road distance is 81.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Manly without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 14m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Gold Coast to Manly, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Manly bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Manly train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Manly?

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

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 2411+ hotels available in Manly.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Gold Coast to Manly 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 Manly station, platform 2train Brcl / ...
2h 14m
$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 Manly station, platform 2train
2h 31m
$2
Drive 81.4 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Manlycar 81.4 km
1h 1m
$15–22
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 Whites Rdbus 220
2h 36m
$24–37

Gold Coast to Manly by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.3 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Manly Rd at Whites Rd via Brisbane and Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall in around 2h 36m.

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