What is the cheapest way to get from Grafton to Helensvale?

The cheapest way to get from Grafton to Helensvale is to bus via Surfers Paradise which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grafton to Helensvale?

The fastest way to get from Grafton to Helensvale is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Grafton and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Grafton to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Grafton and arriving at Surfers Paradise via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Grafton and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct train from Grafton station to Helensvale station. However, there are services departing from Grafton Station and arriving at Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Grafton to Helensvale?

The distance between Grafton and Helensvale is 361 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

How do I travel from Grafton to Helensvale without a car?

The best way to get from Grafton to Helensvale without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $27 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Grafton to Helensvale?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Grafton to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Helensvale bus from?

Grafton to Helensvale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Grafton station.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Helensvale train from?

Grafton to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Grafton Station.

Train or bus from Grafton to Helensvale?

The best way to get from Grafton to Helensvale is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $27 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via Surfers Paradise, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Grafton to Helensvale bus arrive?

Grafton to Helensvale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Grafton to Helensvale train arrive?

Grafton to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Grafton to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Grafton to Helensvale is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Grafton to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2383+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Grafton to Helensvale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grafton to Helensvale by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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1. Take the train from Grafton Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h 11m
$28–161
Bus via Surfers Paradise
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
5h 11m
$38–62
Drive 254.8 km
1. Drive from Grafton to Helensvalecar 254.8 km
2h 44m
$46–66
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Southportbus Brisbane
6h 54m
$54–108

Grafton to Helensvale by train

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Distance: 360.8 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Grafton, NSW, Australia and Helensvale, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Grafton Station to Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradise once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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