What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island is to line 731 bus and line 711 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Southport bus station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Hope Island?

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

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Hope Island is 23 km. The road distance is 20.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island without a car is to tram which takes 1h 21m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Hope Island bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Hope Island bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Hope Island train from?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Hope Island bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Hope Island bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Southport bus station, stop B.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Hope Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Hope Island is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island.

Where can I stay near Hope Island?

There are 2124+ hotels available in Hope Island.

Surfers Paradise to Hope Island - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 731 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Hope Island by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
1h 21m
$2
Line 731 bus, line 711 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Southport bus station, stop Bbus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centrebus 711
1h 50m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Hope Islandtaxi 20.5 km
23 min
$65–80
Drive 20.5 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Hope Islandcar 20.5 km
23 min
$4–6
Tram, line 709 bus
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the bus from Helensvale stop A to Cova Bvd at Hope Island Rdbus 709 / ...
1h 31m
$2

Surfers Paradise to Hope Island by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 23 km
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Translink operates a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Southport bus station, stop B in around 1h 50m.

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