What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay is to tram and line 719 bus which costs $2 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Scarborough St at Marshall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Main Beach and Runaway Bay is 15 km. The road distance is 9 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay without a car is to tram and line 719 bus which takes 44 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus from?

Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue station.

Where does the Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Scarborough St at Marshall Lane station.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Runaway Bay is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Main Beach to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Main Beach to Runaway Bay - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 719 bus, and taxi

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

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Tram, line 719 bus
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1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Griffith University station, platform 1tram L1
2. Take the bus from Griffith University, platform 3 to Runaway Bay Centrebus 719
44 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to Runaway Baytaxi 9 km
10 min
$30–40
Drive 9 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Runaway Baycar 9 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 704 bus, line 719 bus
1. Take the bus from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue to Scarborough St at Marshall Lanebus 704
2. Take the bus from Scarborough St at Marshall Lane to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
46 min
$2
Tram, line 711 bus
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Southport station, platform 1tram L1
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Retirement Villagebus 711
48 min
$2

Main Beach to Runaway Bay by tram and bus

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Distance: 15.2 km
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a bus from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue to Runaway Bay Centre via Scarborough St at Marshall Lane in around 46 min.

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