What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach is to tram which costs $1 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Waters and Main Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach. However, there are services departing from Rio Vista Bvd near Wayfarer Ave and arriving at Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park via Pacific Fair, stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Mermaid Waters and Main Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mermaid Beach South station, platform 1 station and arriving at Main Beach station, platform 1 station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach?

The distance between Mermaid Waters and Main Beach is 8 km. The road distance is 9.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach without a car is to tram which takes 22 min and costs $1.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach?

The tram from Mermaid Beach South station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1 takes 22 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Waters to Main Beach bus from?

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Pacific Fair, stop C station.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Waters to Main Beach train from?

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach train services, operated by Translink, depart from Mermaid Beach South station, platform 1.

Where does the Mermaid Waters to Main Beach bus arrive?

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park station.

Where does the Mermaid Waters to Main Beach train arrive?

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Beach station, platform 1.

Can I drive from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Waters to Main Beach is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Mermaid Waters to Main Beach.

Where can I stay near Main Beach?

There are 2765+ hotels available in Main Beach.

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 705 bus

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

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Mermaid Beach South station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1tram L1
22 min
$1
Line 705 bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Fair, stop C to Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Parkbus 705
41 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mermaid Waters to Main Beachtaxi 9.8 km
11 min
$30–40
Drive 9.8 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Waters to Main Beachcar 9.8 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 750 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Rio Vista Bvd near Wayfarer Ave to Broadbeach South stationbus 750
2. Take the tram from Broadbeach South turnback to Main Beach station, platform 1tram L1
29 min
$2

Mermaid Waters to Main Beach by tram

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 22 min

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

Translink operates a vehicle from Mermaid Beach South station, platform 1 to Main Beach station, platform 1 every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Pacific Fair, stop C to Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 29 min.

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