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

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach station to Ipswich station. However, there are services departing from Broadbeach South station, stop C and arriving at Ipswich station - Bell St via Surfers Paradise, Ann Street Stop 11 at King George Square and Milton Rd at Milton Rail station, stop 5/6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Mermaid Beach and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Mermaid Beach station to Ipswich station. However, there are services departing from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Ipswich station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Central station, platform 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Ipswich is 128 km. The road distance is 99.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $3.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Ipswich is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich.

Where can I stay near Ipswich?

There are 152+ hotels available in Ipswich.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Ipswich 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 Central station, platform 3train
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 5 to Ipswich station, platform 1train
3h 29m
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Milton Rd at Milton Rail station, stop 5/6 to Ipswich station - Bell Stbus R594 / ...
4h 14m
$24–42
Drive 99.2 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Ipswichcar 99.2 km
1h 12m
$18–26

Mermaid Beach to Ipswich by tram and train

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Distance: 127.5 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Broadbeach South station, stop C to Ipswich station - Bell St via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Ann Street Stop 11 at King George Square, and Milton Rd at Milton Rail station, stop 5/6 in around 4h 14m.

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