What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise is to train and tram which costs $2 - $150 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station - Bell St and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station, platform 1 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Ipswich and Surfers Paradise is 122 km. The road distance is 94.2 km.

How do I travel from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 51m and costs $2 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station - Bell St.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Surfers Paradise train from?

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station, platform 1.

Where does the Ipswich to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre station.

Where does the Ipswich to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Surfers Paradise is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2774+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Surfers Paradise by train, tram, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, tram
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1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
2h 51m
$3–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centrebus R594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
3h 24m
$24–42
Drive 94.2 km
1. Drive from Ipswich to Surfers Paradisecar 94.2 km
1h 9m
$17–25

Ipswich to Surfers Paradise by train and tram

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.6 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Ipswich, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to Surfers Paradise via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Roma Street Stop 138 near Ann St, and Brisbane in around 3h 24m.

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