What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast is to train which costs $2 - $150 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich (Station) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich (Station) station to Gold Coast. 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 (Station) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich (Station) station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station, platform 1 and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

The distance between Ipswich (Station) and Gold Coast is 121 km. The road distance is 94.1 km.

How do I travel from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $2 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast bus from?

Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station - Bell St.

Where do I catch the Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast train from?

Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station, platform 1.

Train or bus from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $2 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre station.

Where does the Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast train arrive?

Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

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Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Roma Streettrain Ipca / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
2h 48m
$2–143
Bus via Brisbane
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 94.1 km
1. Drive from Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coastcar 94.1 km
1h 9m
$17–25
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 Pm11
3h 26m
$22–30

Ipswich (Station) to Gold Coast by train and tram

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Ipswich (Station), QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, 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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