What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach is to bus which costs $50 - $85 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sandy Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at 5 Solitary Islands Way via Bus Interchange – Tamar Street and Solitary Islands Way After Pullen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sandy Beach is 317 km. The road distance is 288.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach without a car is to bus via Ballina which takes 6h 41m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Sandy Beach bus from?

Gold Coast to Sandy Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sandy Beach bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Sandy Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Ballina Service Center station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sandy Beach is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach.

Where can I stay near Sandy Beach?

There are 384+ hotels available in Sandy Beach.

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There are 5 ways to get from Gold Coast to Sandy Beach by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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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 Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Bus Zone - Woolworths on Solitary Islands Waybus Dt19
6h 41m
$96–134
Drive 288.2 km
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1. Drive from Gold Coast to Sandy Beachcar 288.2 km
3h 11m
$52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbourbus Au001
7h 19m
$52–85
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbourbus Sydney
9h 3m
$70–133
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbourbus Pm11
9h 38m
$60–83

Gold Coast to Sandy Beach by bus (Greyhound)

38Weekly Buses

9h 3mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.3 km
Duration: 6h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to 5 Solitary Islands Way via Ballina Service Center, Bus Interchange – Tamar Street, and Solitary Islands Way After Pullen St in around 6h 41m.

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