What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane is to tram and train which costs $2 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and South Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to South Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park and arriving at South Bank busway station, platform 4 via Surfers Paradise and King George Square, 2b. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and South Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to South Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at South Bank station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Main Beach to South Brisbane?

The distance between Main Beach and South Brisbane is 79 km. The road distance is 75.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 45m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to South Brisbane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Main Beach to South Brisbane train from?

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

Where does the Main Beach to South Brisbane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Main Beach to South Brisbane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Main Beach to South Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to South Brisbane is 75 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Main Beach to South Brisbane.

Where can I stay near South Brisbane?

There are 2519+ hotels available in South Brisbane.

Main Beach to South Brisbane - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Main Beach to South Brisbane by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Tram, train
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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 South Bank station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
1h 45m
$2
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2h 16m
$24–42
Drive 75.1 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to South Brisbanecar 75.1 km
53 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to South Brisbanetaxi 75.1 km
53 min
$220–270

Main Beach to South Brisbane by tram and train

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.6 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 1h.

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