What is the cheapest way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney is to train which costs $85 - $260 and takes 17h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney is to line 711 bus and train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $100 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Runaway Bay and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Runaway Bay to Sydney. However, there are services departing from Runaway Bay Centre and arriving at Chatswood via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Runaway Bay and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Runaway Bay station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Hope Island station, platform 2 and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 2m.

How far is it from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

The distance between Runaway Bay and Sydney is 744 km. The road distance is 838.9 km.

How do I travel from Runaway Bay to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 17h 2m and costs $85 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runaway Bay to Sydney bus from?

Runaway Bay to Sydney bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Southport station.

Where do I catch the Runaway Bay to Sydney train from?

Runaway Bay to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, depart from Hope Island station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

The best way to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney is to train which takes 17h 2m and costs $85 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus via Chatswood, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 18h 9m.

Where does the Runaway Bay to Sydney bus arrive?

Runaway Bay to Sydney bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Chatswood station.

What is the time difference between Runaway Bay and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Runaway Bay. It is currently 1:40 PM in Runaway Bay and 2:40 PM in Sydney.

Where does the Runaway Bay to Sydney train arrive?

Runaway Bay to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Runaway Bay to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Runaway Bay to Sydney is 839 km. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Runaway Bay to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5324+ hotels available in Sydney.

Runaway Bay to Sydney - 6 ways to travel via train, line 711 bus, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Runaway Bay to Sydney by bus, train, plane, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 711 bus, train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Runaway Bay Centre to Hope Island stationbus
2. Take the train from Hope Island station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
4h 21m
$104–386
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hope Island station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
17h 2m
$86–252
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Southport to Chatswoodbus Pm11
18h 9m
$124–188
Drive 838.9 km
1. Drive from Runaway Bay to Sydneycar 838.9 km
9h 8m
$153–221
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hope Island station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
4h 59m
$142–492
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southport to Central Stationbus Sydney
18h 28m
$120–330

Runaway Bay to Sydney by bus and train

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Distance: 743.5 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Runaway Bay Centre to Central Station via Hope Island station, Hope Island station, platform 2, Roma Street, and Roma Street Station in around 17h 2m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Southport to Chatswood once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 16h 20m.

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