What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Hope Island?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Hope Island is to line 711 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Hope Island?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Hope Island is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Hope Island. However, there are services departing from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue and arriving at Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Scarborough St at Marshall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Hope Island station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Hope Island station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Main Beach to Hope Island?

The distance between Main Beach and Hope Island is 21 km. The road distance is 18.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Hope Island without a car is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $55 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Hope Island?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Main Beach to Hope Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Hope Island bus from?

Main Beach to Hope Island bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Scarborough St at Marshall Lane station.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Hope Island train from?

Main Beach to Hope Island train services, operated by Translink, depart from Main Beach station, platform 1.

Where does the Main Beach to Hope Island bus arrive?

Main Beach to Hope Island bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Main Beach to Hope Island train arrive?

Main Beach to Hope Island train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Hope Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Hope Island is 18 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Main Beach to Hope Island.

Where can I stay near Hope Island?

There are 2251+ hotels available in Hope Island.

Main Beach to Hope Island - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 711 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Main Beach to Hope Island by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
58 min
$4
Line 711 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scarborough St at Marshall Lane to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centrebus 711
1h 13m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to Hope Islandtaxi 18.4 km
21 min
$55–70
Drive 18.4 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Hope Islandcar 18.4 km
21 min
$4–5
Tram, line 709 bus
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the bus from Helensvale stop A to Cova Bvd at Hope Island Rdbus 709 / ...
1h 11m
$10–12

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Distance: 21.3 km
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Main Beach, QLD, Australia and Hope Island, QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a vehicle from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4 every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Scarborough St at Marshall Lane to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre hourly. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 39 min.

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