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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Darra is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Darra is to drive which takes 1h and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Darra?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Darra station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Railway Pde at Darra station, stop A via Queen Street station, 1a and Inala station, platform C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Darra?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Darra station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Darra station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Darra?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Darra is 95 km. The road distance is 79.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Darra without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 53m and costs $25 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Surfers Paradise to Darra, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Darra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Darra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Darra?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Darra is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Surfers Paradise to Darra.

Where can I stay near Darra?

There are 2653+ hotels available in Darra.

Surfers Paradise to Darra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Darra by bus, train, tram, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Darra station, platform 1train Rpsp / ...
1h 53m
$25–35
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 Roma Streettrain
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Darra station, platform 1train
2h 31m
$2
Drive 79.2 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Darracar 79.2 km
1h
$17–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Darrataxi 79.2 km
1h
$230–290
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Queen Street station, 1a to Inala station, platform Abus 100 / ...
2h 58m
$29–47

Surfers Paradise to Darra by bus and train

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.3 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Railway Pde at Darra station, stop A via Brisbane, Queen Street station, 1a, and Inala station, platform C in around 2h 58m.

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