What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane is to tram and train which costs $2 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and South Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to South Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at South Bank busway station, platform 4 via King George Square, 2b. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and South Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to South Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at South Bank station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to South Brisbane?

The distance between Gold Coast and South Brisbane is 79 km. The road distance is 76.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane without a car is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $23 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Gold Coast to South Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to South Brisbane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to South Brisbane train from?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to South Brisbane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gold Coast to South Brisbane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to South Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to South Brisbane is 76 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Gold Coast to South Brisbane.

Where can I stay near South Brisbane?

There are 2527+ hotels available in South Brisbane.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
1h 6m
$24–37
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 South Bank station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
1h 49m
$2
Drive 76.1 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to South Brisbanecar 76.1 km
54 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gold Coast to South Brisbanetaxi 76.1 km
54 min
$220–280

Gold Coast to South Brisbane by bus (Greyhound)

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.2 km
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 1h.

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