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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Penrith is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Penrith is to fly and train which takes 4h 36m and costs $80 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand D via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Penrith Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 38m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Penrith?

The distance between Gold Coast and Penrith is 767 km. The road distance is 852.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 17h 38m and costs $70 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Gold Coast to Penrith, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Penrith?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Penrith is to train which takes 17h 38m and costs $70 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $320 and takes 18h 40m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Penrith bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Penrith bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Penrith is 853 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Gold Coast to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 306+ hotels available in Penrith.

Gold Coast to Penrith - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Gold Coast to Penrith by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Gold Coast 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 Penrith Stationtrain
4h 36m
$84–314
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
17h 38m
$72–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
18h 13m
$122–172
Drive 852.8 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Penrithcar 852.8 km
9h 19m
$151–218
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
6h 12m
$118–422
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
7h 2m
$96–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus 2701
18h 40m
$149–317

Gold Coast to Penrith by tram and train

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17h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 766.7 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Penrith Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 17h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Penrith Station, Stand D via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 18h 40m.

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