What is the cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast is to train which costs $75 - $260 and takes 17h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast is to fly and tram which takes 3h 29m and costs $95 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between New South Wales and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from New South Wales station to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Surfers Paradise via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

Is there a direct train between New South Wales and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from New South Wales station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 4m.

How far is it from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

The distance between New South Wales and Gold Coast is 713 km. The road distance is 830.3 km.

How do I travel from New South Wales to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs $120 - $290.

How long does it take to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Gold Coast bus from?

New South Wales to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Gold Coast train from?

New South Wales to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs $120 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $260 and takes 17h 4m.

Where does the New South Wales to Gold Coast bus arrive?

New South Wales to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the New South Wales to Gold Coast train arrive?

New South Wales to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from New South Wales to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between New South Wales to Gold Coast is 830 km. It takes approximately 9h to drive from New South Wales to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2775+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

New South Wales to Gold Coast - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, tram

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There are 9 ways to get from New South Wales to Gold Coast by plane, tram, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1tram
3h 31m
$95–324
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
17h 4m
$75–259
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 6m
$123–287
Drive 830.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Gold Coastcar 830.3 km
9h
$149–214
Fly Newcastle Airport to Gold Coast Airport, tram
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
2. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1tram
3h 29m
$96–468
Fly Newcastle Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 9m
$125–405
Fly Sydney International Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 16m
$134–431
Fly Coffs Harbour Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CFS - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
4h 36m
$305–684
Bus via Surfers Paradise
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
17h 21m
$113–177

New South Wales to Gold Coast by train and bus (Greyhound)

31Weekly Services

13h 6mAverage Duration

$123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 712.9 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between New South Wales, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise 4 times a day. Tickets cost $120–280 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wynyard Station to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 17h 4m.

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