What is the cheapest way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise is to train via Landsborough station, stop A which costs $5 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Marcoola Beach and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Keith Royal Drive and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Marcoola Beach and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Marcoola Beach station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Marcoola Beach and Surfers Paradise is 207 km. The road distance is 182.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Where do I catch the Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise train from?

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $50 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Fortitude Valley station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2742+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Fortitude Valley station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
4h 17m
$50–58
Train via Landsborough station, stop A
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h 53m
$4
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Roma Streetbus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
5h 42m
$46–76
Drive 182.9 km
1. Drive from Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradisecar 182.9 km
2h 13m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Au001 / ...
5h 48m
$26–44

Marcoola Beach to Surfers Paradise by bus and foot

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.7 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Marcoola Beach, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Marcoola Beach to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Nambour station, platform 2, Fortitude Valley station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from David Low Way at Keith Royal Drive to Surfers Paradise via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane in around 5h 42m.

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