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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Gilston is to line 740 bus and line 748 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Gilston is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Gilston?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Gilston. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise Bvd at Cypress Ave and arriving at Worongary Rd near Kookaburra Dr hail 'n' ride via Nerang station, stop F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Gilston?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Gilston is 21 km. The road distance is 19.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Gilston without a car is to line 740 bus and line 748 bus which takes 1h 38m and costs $2.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Surfers Paradise to Gilston, including transfers.

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

Surfers Paradise to Gilston bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Surfers Paradise Bvd at Cypress Ave station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Gilston bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Gilston bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Nerang station, stop E.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Gilston?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Gilston is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Surfers Paradise to Gilston.

Where can I stay near Gilston?

There are 2544+ hotels available in Gilston.

Surfers Paradise to Gilston - 3 ways to travel via line 740 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Gilston by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 740 bus, line 748 bus
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1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Bvd at Cypress Ave to Nerang station, stop Ebus 740
2. Take the bus from Nerang station, stop F to Worongary Rd near Kookaburra Dr hail 'n' ridebus 748
1h 38m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Gilstontaxi 19.3 km
21 min
$60–75
Drive 19.3 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Gilstoncar 19.3 km
21 min
$4–5

Surfers Paradise to Gilston by bus

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 21.4 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise Bvd at Cypress Ave to Worongary Rd near Kookaburra Dr hail 'n' ride via Nerang station, stop F in around 1h 38m.

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