What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay is to tram and line 719 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach station to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Broadbeach South station, stop D and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Griffith University, platform 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Runaway Bay is 22 km. The road distance is 16 km.

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

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay without a car is to tram and line 719 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus from?

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Broadbeach South station, stop D.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Griffith University, platform 3 station.

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay is 16 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2457+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 719 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, line 719 bus
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1. Take the tram from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 to Southport station, platform 1tram L1
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
1h 7m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Baytaxi 16 km
18 min
$50–65
Drive 16 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Baycar 16 km
18 min
$3–5
Line 738 bus, line 719 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadbeach South station, stop D to Griffith University, platform 3bus 738 / ...
2. Take the bus from Griffith University, platform 3 to Runaway Bay Centrebus 719
1h 25m
$2

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay by tram and bus

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Distance: 22.5 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Broadbeach South station, stop D to Runaway Bay Centre via Griffith University, platform 3 in around 1h 25m.

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