What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane is to tram and train which costs $2 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $13 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Brisbane?

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

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Central station, platform 3 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Brisbane is 77 km. The road distance is 77.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $21 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane?

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

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Brisbane bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Brisbane bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Brisbane train from?

Surfers Paradise to Brisbane train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Brisbane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Brisbane train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Brisbane train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Brisbane is 78 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane.

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

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

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2504+ hotels available in Brisbane.

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There are 4 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane by bus (Greyhound), tram, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
1h
$21–40
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2h
$2
Drive 77.9 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanecar 77.9 km
56 min
$14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanetaxi 77.9 km
56 min
$230–280

Surfers Paradise to Brisbane by bus

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Distance: 77.2 km
Duration: 1h

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–40 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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