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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra is to train which costs $4 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Caloundra station via Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Caloundra is 193 km. The road distance is 164.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra, including transfers.

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

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

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

Surfers Paradise to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Caloundra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Caloundra train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Caloundra is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1434+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Surfers Paradise to Caloundra - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus Pm16
4h 22m
$47–72
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
5h 21m
$4
Drive 164.7 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Caloundracar 164.7 km
1h 59m
$30–43

Surfers Paradise to Caloundra by bus and foot

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.2 km
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Caloundra station via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 4, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 5h 21m.

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