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

The cheapest way to get from Kingston to Gold Coast is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kingston to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Kingston and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Kingston station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Kingston station, platform 1 and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Kingston to Gold Coast?

The distance between Kingston and Gold Coast is 54 km. The road distance is 56.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kingston to Gold Coast without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 10m and costs $2.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Kingston to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

Kingston to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Kingston station, platform 1.

Where does the Kingston to Gold Coast train arrive?

Kingston to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 1.

Can I drive from Kingston to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Kingston to Gold Coast is 57 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kingston to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2766+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Kingston to Gold Coast - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kingston to Gold Coast by train, tram, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
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1. Take the train from Kingston station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bnvl
2. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
1h 10m
$2
Drive 56.7 km
1. Drive from Kingston to Gold Coastcar 56.7 km
41 min
$11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kingston to Gold Coasttaxi 56.7 km
41 min
$170–210

Kingston to Gold Coast by train and tram

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1h 10mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.5 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Kingston to Gold Coast. However, you can take the train to Helensvale station, platform 1, walk to Helensvale station, platform 4, then take the vehicle to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2. Alternatively, you can drive from Kingston to Gold Coast in around 41 min.

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