What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is to tram and train which costs $4 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Broadbeach South station, stop C and arriving at Caloundra station via Surfers Paradise, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Mermaid Beach station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra is 190 km. The road distance is 169.9 km.

How do I travel from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra without a car is to tram and train which takes 5h 33m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus from?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train from?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1492+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the tram from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
5h 33m
$4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus Pm16
5h 46m
$54–87
Drive 169.9 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundracar 169.9 km
2h 2m
$31–45

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 189.9 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Broadbeach South station, stop C to Caloundra station via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 5h 46m.

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