What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast is to fly and tram which takes 2h 6m and costs $80 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 3m.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gold Coast is 701 km. The road distance is 839.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs $120 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs $120 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 3m.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast is 840 km. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast?

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Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast - 6 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast by plane, tram, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1tram
2h 6m
$80–297
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
17h 3m
$73–254
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 6m
$121–282
Drive 839.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coastcar 839.7 km
9h 8m
$149–215
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
3h 52m
$115–399
Bus via Surfers Paradise
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
17h 28m
$128–192

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast by train and bus

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Distance: 700.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise 4 times a day. Tickets cost $120–280 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sydney International Airport to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 17h 3m.

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