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

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Sydney is to train which costs $85 - $260 and takes 17h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Sydney is to tram and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $100 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park and arriving at Sydney Central Station via Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Central Station via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 8m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Sydney?

The distance between Main Beach and Sydney is 712 km. The road distance is 831.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 17h 3m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Main Beach to Sydney, including transfers.

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

Main Beach to Sydney bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

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

Main Beach to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Main Beach to Sydney?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Sydney is to bus which takes 17h 3m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $260 and takes 17h 8m.

Where does the Main Beach to Sydney bus arrive?

Main Beach to Sydney bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

What is the time difference between Main Beach and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Main Beach. It is currently 3:54 PM in Main Beach and 4:54 PM in Sydney.

Where does the Main Beach to Sydney train arrive?

Main Beach to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Sydney is 831 km. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Main Beach to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Sydney.

Main Beach to Sydney - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Main Beach to Sydney by tram, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram to Gold Coast Airport, fly
best
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 2 to Burleigh Heads station, platform 2tram
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3h 47m
$102–396
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
17h 8m
$86–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
17h 3m
$110–180
Drive 831.1 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Sydneycar 831.1 km
9h
$152–219
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
5h 5m
$142–492
Bus via Surfers Paradise (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
17h 49m
$140–330

Main Beach to Sydney by tram and train

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17h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 711.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Sydney Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $110–180 and the journey takes 15h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Central Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, and Roma Street Station in around 17h 8m.

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