What is the cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast is to train which costs $75 - $2,400 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast is to fly and train which takes 3h 40m and costs $200 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockhampton to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Rockhampton to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

The distance between Rockhampton and Gold Coast is 617 km. The road distance is 690.5 km.

How do I travel from Rockhampton to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 10h 8m and costs $75 - $2,400.

How long does it take to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Gold Coast bus from?

Rockhampton to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Rockhampton station.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Gold Coast train from?

Rockhampton to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train or bus from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast is to train which takes 10h 8m and costs $75 - $2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Rockhampton to Gold Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Rockhampton to Gold Coast train arrive?

Rockhampton to Gold Coast train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Gold Coast is 690 km. It takes approximately 8h 18m to drive from Rockhampton to Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Gold Coast?

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Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

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Rockhampton to Gold Coast - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockhampton to Gold Coast by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Rockhampton (ROK) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane ROK - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3h 40m
$207–397
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rockhampton to Roma Streettrain Tilt Train / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
10h 8m
$75–2,326
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rockhampton to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
14h 4m
$132–202
Drive 690.5 km
1. Drive from Rockhampton to Gold Coastcar 690.5 km
8h 18m
$127–183
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rockhampton to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
15h 48m
$136–304

Rockhampton to Gold Coast by train and tram

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Distance: 617.4 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Rockhampton, QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Rockhampton to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 10h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise via Brisbane Coach Terminal and Brisbane in around 14h 4m.

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