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

The cheapest way to get from South Brisbane to Gold Coast is to train and tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Brisbane to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $13 - $20.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Brisbane station to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from South Bank busway station, platform 5 and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

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

No, there is no direct train from South Brisbane station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from South Bank station, platform 1 and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from South Brisbane to Gold Coast?

The distance between South Brisbane and Gold Coast is 80 km. The road distance is 76.4 km.

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

The best way to get from South Brisbane to Gold Coast without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 39m and costs $2.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from South Brisbane to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the South Brisbane to Gold Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Brisbane to Gold Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Brisbane to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between South Brisbane to Gold Coast is 76 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from South Brisbane to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2751+ hotels available in Gold Coast.

South Brisbane to Gold Coast - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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

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Train, tram
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1. Take the train from South Bank 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 39m
$2
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
2h 26m
$22–40
Drive 76.4 km
1. Drive from South Brisbane to Gold Coastcar 76.4 km
54 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Brisbane to Gold Coasttaxi 76.4 km
54 min
$230–280

South Brisbane to Gold Coast by train and tram

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Distance: 80.5 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between South Brisbane, 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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