What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise is to train which costs $4 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Landsborough station, platform 2 and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Bowen Hills station, platform 1 and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Surfers Paradise is 175 km. The road distance is 176.5 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $24 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise bus from?

Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise train from?

Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by Translink, depart from Landsborough station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $24 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise?

Book your Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2774+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise.

Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Au001 / ...
4h 11m
$25–40
Train
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 / ...
4h 27m
$4
Drive 176.5 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradisecar 176.5 km
2h 7m
$32–46
Bus via Maroochydore Sixth Avenue
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Brisbane Roma Streetbus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Surfers Paradisebus Sydney
4h 14m
$46–73

Sunshine Coast to Surfers Paradise by bus, train, and tram

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia and Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mooloolaba to Surfers Paradise via Brisbane in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aerodrome Rd at Maud Street to Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Landsborough station, stop A, Landsborough station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 4h 27m.

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