What is the cheapest way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise is to train which costs $60 - $230 and takes 13h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise is to train and fly and tram which takes 4h 27m and costs $100 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Maitland and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Maitland station to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station, Station St and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Hexham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Maitland and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Maitland station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Maitland and Surfers Paradise is 615 km. The road distance is 687.4 km.

How do I travel from Maitland to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 13h 30m and costs $60 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Maitland to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Hexham station.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Surfers Paradise train from?

Maitland to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Maitland Station.

Train or bus from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 13h 30m and costs $60 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 14h 39m.

Where does the Maitland to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Maitland to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Maitland to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maitland to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Surfers Paradise is 687 km. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Maitland to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2737+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Maitland to Surfers Paradise - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Maitland to Surfers Paradise 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 Broadbeach South turnback to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1tram
4h 27m
$101–477
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 30m
$60–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hexham to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
14h 39m
$99–146
Drive 687.4 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Surfers Paradisecar 687.4 km
7h 29m
$124–178
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 2m
$116–472
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 15m
$130–414
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 55m
$155–579
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
$64–226
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
15h 5m
$109–193

Maitland to Surfers Paradise by train and tram

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Distance: 615 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Maitland, NSW, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Maitland Station to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 13h 30m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Hexham to Surfers Paradise once daily. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 13h.

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