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

The cheapest way to get from South Grafton to Gold Coast is to train which costs $28 - $170 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Grafton to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $40 - $65.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grafton and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

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

No, there is no direct train from South Grafton station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Grafton Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from South Grafton to Gold Coast?

The distance between South Grafton and Gold Coast is 273 km. The road distance is 237.3 km.

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

The best way to get from South Grafton to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $100.

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

The bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradise takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

South Grafton to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Grafton Station.

Train or bus from South Grafton to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from South Grafton to Gold Coast is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $170 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the South Grafton to Gold Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Grafton to Gold Coast train arrive?

South Grafton to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from South Grafton to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between South Grafton to Gold Coast is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from South Grafton to Gold Coast.

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

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South Grafton to Gold Coast - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Grafton to Gold Coast by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
4h 45m
$40–100
Train
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1. Take the train from Grafton Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h 45m
$29–162
Drive 237.3 km
1. Drive from South Grafton to Gold Coastcar 237.3 km
2h 41m
$43–61

South Grafton to Gold Coast by bus

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Distance: 272.8 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between South Grafton, NSW, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Grafton to Surfers Paradise twice daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grafton Station to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 5h 45m.

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