What is the cheapest way to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between South Brisbane (Station) and Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between South Brisbane (Station) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from South Brisbane (Station) station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from South Brisbane station, platform 1 and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

The distance between South Brisbane (Station) and Gold Coast is 79 km. The road distance is 77 km.

How do I travel from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $22 - $40.

How long does it take to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

The bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast bus from?

South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast train from?

South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from South Brisbane station, platform 1.

Where does the South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast bus arrive?

South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast train arrive?

South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 1.

Can I drive from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast is 77 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast?

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South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast by bus (Greyhound), train, tram, car, or taxi

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
1h 33m
$22–40
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
2. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2tram L1
1h 38m
$2
Drive 77 km
1. Drive from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coastcar 77 km
55 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coasttaxi 77 km
55 min
$230–280

South Brisbane (Station) to Gold Coast by foot and bus (Greyhound)

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.2 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between South Brisbane (Station), QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradise every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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