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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands is to train which costs $80 - $260 and takes 17h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands is to tram and fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $80 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Merrylands?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Sydney Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Merrylands?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Merrylands station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Merrylands Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 29m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Merrylands is 735 km. The road distance is 826.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands without a car is to bus which takes 16h 33m and costs $130 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands, including transfers.

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

Surfers Paradise to Merrylands bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

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

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

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands is to bus which takes 16h 33m and costs $130 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $260 and takes 17h 29m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Merrylands bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Merrylands bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

What is the time difference between Surfers Paradise and Merrylands?

Merrylands is 1h ahead of Surfers Paradise. It is currently 9:49 AM in Surfers Paradise and 10:49 AM in Merrylands.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Merrylands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Merrylands is 826 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands.

Where can I stay near Merrylands?

There are 4671+ hotels available in Merrylands.

Surfers Paradise to Merrylands - 8 ways to travel via train, tram, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Merrylands by tram, plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
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1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 to Burleigh Heads station, platform 2tram
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Merrylands Stationtrain
4h 31m
$82–382
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
16h 33m
$130–192
Train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
17h 29m
$85–258
Drive 826.1 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Merrylandscar 826.1 km
8h 54m
$150–216
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
6h 9m
$126–479
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
6h 55m
$99–350
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane OOL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
7h 14m
$108–577
Bus via Parramatta Station, Stand B2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Stationbus Sydney
18h 9m
$147–332

Surfers Paradise to Merrylands by tram and train

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17h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 735.4 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Sydney Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $120–190 and the journey takes 15h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Merrylands Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 17h 29m.

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