What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which costs $110 - $380 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $110 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Central Station and Skybus Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Melbourne Airport (MEL) station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Broadmeadows Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 7m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1352 km. The road distance is 1660.8 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 29h 7m and costs $140 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train from?

Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train, bus or fly from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $110 - $380. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $140 - $500 and takes 29h 7m, you could also bus via Skybus Coach Terminal, which costs $270 - $550 and takes 29h 35m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1661 km. It takes approximately 17h 34m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

How do I get a bus ticket from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

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Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

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Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 8 ways to travel via train

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There are 8 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
4h 13m
$112–372
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadows Stationtrain 621 / ...
29h 7m
$142–498
Bus via Skybus Coach Terminal
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
29h 35m
$279–523
Drive 1,660.8 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL)car 1,660.8 km
17h 34m
$295–426
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
5h 57m
$150–338
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNK - MEL
6h 45m
$148–391
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Campbellfieldbus Melbourne
30h 28m
$223–273
Train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Broadmeadowstrain
2d 3h
$2,608–3,708

Surfers Paradise to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 1,351.5 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia and Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, Broadmeadows Station, and Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd in around 29h 7m.

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