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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Wacol is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Wacol is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Wacol?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Wacol station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Wilruna St at Wacol train station via Roma Street busway, platform 1 and Manburgh Tce at Darra station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Wacol?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Wacol station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Wacol station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Wacol?

The distance between Gold Coast and Wacol is 98 km. The road distance is 78.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Wacol without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 47m and costs $27 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Gold Coast to Wacol, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Gold Coast to Wacol bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Wacol bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Wacol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Wacol?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Wacol is 78 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Gold Coast to Wacol.

Where can I stay near Wacol?

There are 2523+ hotels available in Wacol.

Gold Coast to Wacol - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car, and taxi

How to get fromGold Coast to Wacol

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Gold Coast to Wacol by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 5 to Wacol station, platform 1train Caip / ...
1h 47m
$28–46
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 Roma Streettrain
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Wacol station, platform 1train
2h 25m
$2
Drive 78.1 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Wacolcar 78.1 km
56 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gold Coast to Wacoltaxi 78.1 km
56 min
$230–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Roma Street busway, platform 1 to Manburgh Tce at Darra station, stop Bbus R594 / ...
2h 17m
$26–36

Gold Coast to Wacol by bus, foot, and train

45Weekly Services

1h 47mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Gold Coast to Wacol.

Launch map view

Distance: 97.7 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Wilruna St at Wacol train station via Brisbane, Roma Street busway, platform 1, and Manburgh Tce at Darra station, stop B in around 2h 17m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.