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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is to train and line 615 bus which costs $4 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast is 181 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast without a car is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast.

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

Book your Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1842+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast.

Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
3h 39m
$47–71
Train, line 615 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus 615
4h 45m
$4
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coastcar 175.3 km
2h 6m
$32–46
Bus via Mooloolaba
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Au001 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mooloolababus Au050-1 / ...
4h 10m
$24–41

Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.9 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane and Brisbane Roma Street in around 3h 39m.

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