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

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Helensvale is to train which costs $45 - $210 and takes 10h 29m.

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 46m and costs $230 - $700.

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 Surfers Paradise via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

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 29m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to Helensvale?

The distance between Port Macquarie and Helensvale is 522 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 via Surfers Paradise which takes 9h 37m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 37m 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 FlixBus 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 via Surfers Paradise which takes 9h 37m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $210 and takes 10h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $350 - $800 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus arrive?

Port Macquarie to Helensvale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

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 2354+ hotels available in Helensvale.

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

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

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Bus via Surfers Paradise
best
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Surfers Paradisebus Au001
9h 37m
$73–118
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 29m
$47–210
Drive 478.6 km
1. Drive from Port Macquarie to Helensvalecar 478.6 km
5h 6m
$86–124
Fly Port Macquarie to Gold Coast Airport
1. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane PQQ - OOL
6h 27m
$355–756
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Southportbus Brisbane
9h 38m
$70–176
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
10h 22m
$72–99
Fly Port Macquarie to Brisbane Airport, train
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 46m
$233–682
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 29m
$344–794
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
8h 8m
$136–496
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 42m
$164–482

Port Macquarie to Helensvale by bus and train

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10h 29mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 521.6 km
Duration: 9h 37m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Port Macquarie to Surfers Paradise once daily. Tickets cost $70–120 and the journey takes 8h 58m. 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 29m.

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