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 line 700 bus and line 719 bus which costs $2 and takes 56 min.

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 Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Southport bus station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Runaway Bay is 23 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 line 700 bus and line 719 bus which takes 56 min and costs $2.

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

It takes approximately 56 min 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 Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Southport bus station, stop B.

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 2380+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay - 5 ways to travel via line 700 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 700 bus, line 719 bus
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1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station to Southport bus station, stop Bbus 700
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
56 min
$2
Tram, line 711 bus
1. Take the tram from Broadbeach South station, platform 2 to Southport station, platform 1tram Gcl3
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Retirement Villagebus 711
1h 6m
$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
Tram, line 719 bus
1. Take the tram from Broadbeach South station, platform 2 to Southport station, platform 1tram Gcl3
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
1h 1m
$2

Mermaid Beach to Runaway Bay by bus

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Distance: 22.6 km
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station to Runaway Bay Centre via Southport bus station, stop B in around 56 min.

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