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

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast is to train and fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $100 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hornsby and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Gold Coast?

The distance between Hornsby and Gold Coast is 743 km. The road distance is 806.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 13h 37m and costs $120 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

Hornsby to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

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

Hornsby to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Hornsby Station.

Train or bus from Hornsby to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast is to bus via Central Station which takes 13h 37m and costs $120 - $300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Hornsby to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Hornsby to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

What is the time difference between Hornsby and Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is 1h behind Hornsby. It is currently 7:06 AM in Hornsby and 6:06 AM in Gold Coast.

Where does the Hornsby to Gold Coast train arrive?

Hornsby to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Gold Coast is 806 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Hornsby to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2830+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

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There are 7 ways to get from Hornsby to Gold Coast by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
4h 2m
$108–404
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
15h 21m
$85–241
Bus via Central Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 37m
$125–298
Drive 806.3 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Gold Coastcar 806.3 km
8h 36m
$147–213
Fly Sydney International Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 41m
$147–501
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
5h 38m
$104–570
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
16h 25m
$120–180

Hornsby to Gold Coast by train and bus (Greyhound)

31Weekly Services

13h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 742.7 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise 4 times a day. Tickets cost $120–290 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hornsby Station to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 15h 21m.

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