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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Maleny is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Maleny?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Maleny. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Coral Street at Maleny Branch Library via Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club and Landsborough station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Maleny?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Maleny 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 Maleny?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Maleny is 181 km. The road distance is 168.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Maleny without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $4.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Surfers Paradise to Maleny, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Maleny?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Maleny is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Maleny bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Maleny train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Maleny?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Maleny is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Maleny.

Where can I stay near Maleny?

There are 338+ hotels available in Maleny.

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

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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
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1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus Pm16
5h 57m
$48–73
Drive 168.2 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Malenycar 168.2 km
2h 4m
$31–44

Surfers Paradise to Maleny by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 180.7 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Coral Street at Maleny Branch Library via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 4, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop B in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Coral Street at Maleny Branch Library via Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club, Landsborough station, stop A, and Landsborough station, stop B in around 5h 57m.

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