What is the cheapest way to get from Grafton to Hope Island?

The cheapest way to get from Grafton to Hope Island is to bus via Helensvale stop A which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grafton to Hope Island?

The fastest way to get from Grafton to Hope Island is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Grafton and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Grafton to Hope Island. However, there are services departing from Grafton and arriving at Cova Bvd at Hope Island Rd via Helensvale stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Grafton and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct train from Grafton station to Hope Island station. However, there are services departing from Grafton Station and arriving at Hope Island station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Grafton to Hope Island?

The distance between Grafton and Hope Island is 360 km. The road distance is 262.6 km.

How do I travel from Grafton to Hope Island without a car?

The best way to get from Grafton to Hope Island without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $28 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Grafton to Hope Island?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Grafton to Hope Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Hope Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Grafton to Hope Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Grafton to Hope Island?

The best way to get from Grafton to Hope Island is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $28 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via Helensvale stop A, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Grafton to Hope Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Grafton to Hope Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grafton to Hope Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Grafton to Hope Island is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Grafton to Hope Island.

Where can I stay near Hope Island?

There are 2151+ hotels available in Hope Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grafton to Hope Island 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 Hope Island station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h 39m
$29–162
Bus via Helensvale stop A
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
6h 9m
$38–59
Drive 262.6 km
1. Drive from Grafton to Hope Islandcar 262.6 km
2h 51m
$47–68
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Southportbus Brisbane
7h 32m
$54–108
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Grafton City South to Southportbus Pm12
7h 40m
$48–66

Grafton to Hope Island by train and bus

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5h 39mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.7 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Grafton Station to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Hope Island station, platform 1, and Hope Island station, stop B in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradise once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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