What is the cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise is to train which costs $75 - $2,400 and takes 10h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise is to fly and train which takes 3h 42m and costs $200 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise. 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 Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Rockhampton and Surfers Paradise is 618 km. The road distance is 690.8 km.

How do I travel from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 10h 11m and costs $75 - $2,400.

How long does it take to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Rockhampton station.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise train from?

Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train or bus from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise is to train which takes 10h 11m and costs $75 - $2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $230 and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise is 691 km. It takes approximately 8h 18m to drive from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise?

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Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2737+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise 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 42m
$203–472
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 11m
$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
$135–226
Drive 690.8 km
1. Drive from Rockhampton to Surfers Paradisecar 690.8 km
8h 18m
$124–179
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 51m
$136–290

Rockhampton to Surfers Paradise by train and tram

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Distance: 618 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Rockhampton, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Rockhampton to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 10h 11m. 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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