What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Nathan?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Nathan is to line 704 bus and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Nathan?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Nathan is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Nathan?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Nathan. However, there are services departing from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park and arriving at Orange Grove Rd at Dulcie Street, stop 52 via Surfers Paradise and Queen Street station, 3b. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Nathan?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Nathan station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Salisbury station, platform 3 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Loganlea station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Nathan?

The distance between Main Beach and Nathan is 71 km. The road distance is 68.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Nathan without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 51m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Nathan?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Main Beach to Nathan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Nathan bus from?

Main Beach to Nathan bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Nathan train from?

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

Where does the Main Beach to Nathan bus arrive?

Main Beach to Nathan bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Main Beach to Nathan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Main Beach to Nathan?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Nathan is 68 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Main Beach to Nathan.

Where can I stay near Nathan?

There are 2645+ hotels available in Nathan.

Main Beach to Nathan - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 704 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Main Beach to Nathan by tram, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Loganlea station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Loganlea station, platform 2 to Salisbury station, platform 3train
1h 51m
$4
Line 704 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue to Helensvale stationbus 704
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2h 33m
$3
Bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Queen Street station, 3b to Orange Grove Rd at Dulcie Street, stop 52bus 119 / ...
2h 39m
$28–47
Drive 68.2 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Nathancar 68.2 km
50 min
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to Nathantaxi 68.2 km
50 min
$200–250

Main Beach to Nathan by tram, train, and bus

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.1 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park to Orange Grove Rd at Dulcie Street, stop 52 via Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, and Queen Street station, 3b in around 2h 39m.

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