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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh is to train which costs $65 - $260 and takes 16h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh is to fly and train which takes 4h 30m and costs $80 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Thornleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Thornleigh. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Duffy Av Before Sinclair Av via Hornsby Station, Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Thornleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Thornleigh station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Thornleigh Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Hornsby Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Thornleigh?

The distance between Gold Coast and Thornleigh is 742 km. The road distance is 811.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh without a car is to train which takes 16h 55m and costs $65 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh, including transfers.

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

Gold Coast to Thornleigh bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Thornleigh?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh is to train which takes 16h 55m and costs $65 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 17h.

Where does the Gold Coast to Thornleigh bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Thornleigh bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Hornsby station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Thornleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Thornleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Thornleigh is 812 km. It takes approximately 8h 40m to drive from Gold Coast to Thornleigh.

Where can I stay near Thornleigh?

There are 4571+ hotels available in Thornleigh.

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There are 8 ways to get from Gold Coast to Thornleigh by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Gold Coast Airport to Sydney International 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 Thornleigh Stationtrain
4h 30m
$82–312
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Hornsby Stationtrain 32
16h 55m
$70–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Hornsbybus Pm11
17h
$117–164
Drive 811.9 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Thornleighcar 811.9 km
8h 40m
$146–210
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
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
6h 17m
$120–418
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
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
6h 58m
$94–304
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane OOL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
6h 47m
$108–486
Bus via Central Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
17h 28m
$145–312

Gold Coast to Thornleigh by tram and train

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Distance: 741.6 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Thornleigh Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Hornsby Station in around 16h 55m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Hornsby once daily. Tickets cost $110–160 and the journey takes 16h 30m.

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