What is the cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale is to bus via Surfers Paradise which costs $70 - $110 and takes 9h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

The fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale is to fly and train which takes 4h 32m and costs $250 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Port Macquarie and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Macquarie to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Port Macquarie and arriving at Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive via Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Port Macquarie and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct train from Port Macquarie station to Helensvale station. However, there are services departing from Wauchope Station and arriving at Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

The distance between Port Macquarie and Helensvale is 542 km. The road distance is 478.6 km.

How do I travel from Port Macquarie to Helensvale without a car?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale without a car is to bus which takes 9h 32m and costs $75 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus from?

Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Port Macquarie station.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to Helensvale train from?

Port Macquarie to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Wauchope Station.

Train, bus or fly from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale is to bus which takes 9h 32m and costs $75 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $210 and takes 10h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $440 - $900 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus arrive?

Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southport station.

What is the time difference between Port Macquarie and Helensvale?

Helensvale is 1h behind Port Macquarie. It is currently 5:35 AM in Port Macquarie and 4:35 AM in Helensvale.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Helensvale train arrive?

Port Macquarie to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Macquarie to Helensvale is 479 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Port Macquarie to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2533+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Port Macquarie to Helensvale - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Port Macquarie to Brisbane Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane PQQ - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
4h 32m
$253–731
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
10h 20m
$57–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Southportbus Brisbane
9h 32m
$78–181
Drive 478.6 km
1. Drive from Port Macquarie to Helensvalecar 478.6 km
5h 6m
$87–125
Fly Port Macquarie to Gold Coast Airport
1. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane PQQ - OOL
6h 28m
$445–882
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbourbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CFS - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
7h 19m
$358–842
Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Heatherbraebus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
8h 35m
$159–438
Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Heatherbraebus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
7h 42m
$136–649
Bus via Surfers Paradise
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
9h 34m
$73–107
Bus via Burleigh Heads station, platform 1
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
11h 19m
$80–110

Port Macquarie to Helensvale by bus

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9h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 541.8 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia and Helensvale, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Port Macquarie to Southport twice daily. Tickets cost $85–180 and the journey takes 9h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gordon St Before Horton St to Helensvale station, platform 1 via Wauchope Station, Coach Stop, Wauchope Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 10h 20m.

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