What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay is to tram and line 700 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $75 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Rainbow Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Griffith St at Coolangatta East. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Rainbow Bay is 26 km. The road distance is 24.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $1 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay?

The bus from Surfers Paradise to Griffith St at Coolangatta East takes 50 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Griffith St at Coolangatta East station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay is 25 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Bay?

There are 2839+ hotels available in Rainbow Bay.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Griffith St at Coolangatta Eastbus 700
50 min
$1–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Baytaxi 24.8 km
28 min
$75–95
Drive 24.8 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Baycar 24.8 km
28 min
$5–7
Tram, line 700 bus
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 to Burleigh Heads station, platform 2tram L1
2. Take the bus from Burleigh Heads station, stop B to McLean St at Queen Elizabeth Parkbus 700
1h 1m
$2
Line 705 bus, line 700 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Broadbeach South stationbus 705 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadbeach South station, stop A to Griffith St at Coolangatta Eastbus 700
1h 13m
$2

Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Bay by bus

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Distance: 26.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Griffith St at Coolangatta East every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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