What is the cheapest way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast is to train which costs $70 - $230 and takes 13h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast is to train and fly and tram which takes 4h 20m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Maitland and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Maitland to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Maitland and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Maitland station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Maitland to Gold Coast?

The distance between Maitland and Gold Coast is 615 km. The road distance is 688.2 km.

How do I travel from Maitland to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 13h 15m and costs $70 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Maitland to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Maitland to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Gold Coast bus from?

Maitland to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Gold Coast train from?

Maitland to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Maitland Station.

Train or bus from Maitland to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Maitland to Gold Coast is to train which takes 13h 15m and costs $70 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 15h 4m.

Where does the Maitland to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Maitland to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

What is the time difference between Maitland and Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is 1h behind Maitland. It is currently 9:23 AM in Maitland and 8:23 AM in Gold Coast.

Where does the Maitland to Gold Coast train arrive?

Maitland to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Maitland to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Gold Coast is 688 km. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Maitland to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2821+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

Maitland to Gold Coast - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Maitland to Gold Coast by train, plane, tram, bus, or car

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Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport, tram
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
3. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1tram
4h 20m
$101–567
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
13h 15m
$73–223
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
15h 4m
$109–173
Drive 688.2 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Gold Coastcar 688.2 km
7h 29m
$126–181
Fly Newcastle Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
6h
$115–384
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
6h 8m
$116–547
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
7h 42m
$160–644
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock Stbus 173 / ...
13h 53m
$75–225
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hexham to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
15h 39m
$104–156

Maitland to Gold Coast by train and tram

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13h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 614.8 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Maitland, NSW, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Maitland Station to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 13h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradise once daily. Tickets cost $100–160 and the journey takes 13h 18m.

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