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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Laidley is to train which costs $15 - $320 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Laidley is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Laidley?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Laidley. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at William St at Laidley via King George Square, 1c, Brisbane and Gatton station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Laidley?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Laidley. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Laidley via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Laidley?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Laidley is 162 km. The road distance is 137.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Laidley without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 7m and costs $35 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Surfers Paradise to Laidley, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Laidley?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Laidley is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $320 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Laidley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Laidley train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Laidley train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Laidley?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Laidley is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Laidley.

Where can I stay near Laidley?

There are 13+ hotels available in Laidley.

Surfers Paradise to Laidley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Laidleytrain Westlander
4h 7m
$35–340
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Laidleytrain Westlander
4h 45m
$16–312
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Gattonbus Toowoomba / ...
4h 41m
$50–78
Drive 137.5 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Laidleycar 137.5 km
1h 38m
$25–36

Surfers Paradise to Laidley by bus and train

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Distance: 161.5 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to William St at Laidley via Brisbane, King George Square, 1c, Roma Street busway, platform 1, Brisbane, Gatton, and Gatton station in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Laidley via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, and Roma Street in around 4h 45m.

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