What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast is to train via Landsborough station, stop A which costs $5 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast Airport and Gold Coast?

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

How far is it from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast?

The distance between Sunshine Coast Airport and Gold Coast is 204 km. The road distance is 180.8 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $45 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast train from?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Where does the Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast train arrive?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

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There are 3 ways to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
4h 2m
$46–53
Train via Landsborough station, stop A
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h
$4
Drive 180.8 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coastcar 180.8 km
2h 11m
$32–47

Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold Coast by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 204.2 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast Airport, QLD, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Nambour station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 4h 2m.

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