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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Samford is to tram and train which costs $4 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Samford is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Samford?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Samford. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Mount Glorious Rd near Mary Ring Dr via Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Ferny Grove station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Samford?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Samford station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Ferny Grove station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Central station, platform 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Samford?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Samford is 104 km. The road distance is 98.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Samford without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs $26 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Surfers Paradise to Samford, including transfers.

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

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

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

Surfers Paradise to Samford train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Samford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Samford train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Samford train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Samford?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Samford is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Samford.

Where can I stay near Samford?

There are 2036+ hotels available in Samford.

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

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

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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 Ferny Grove station, platform 2train Brfg / ...
3h 17m
$26–36
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 3 to Ferny Grove station, platform 2train
3h 54m
$4
Drive 98.3 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Samfordcar 98.3 km
1h 16m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Ferny Grove station, stop Bbus R395
4h 11m
$30–48

Surfers Paradise to Samford by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Mount Glorious Rd near Mary Ring Dr via Brisbane, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, and Ferny Grove station, stop B in around 4h 11m.

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