What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach is to fly which takes 1h 54m and costs $75 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Broadbeach South station via Central Station and Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Mermaid Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Mermaid Beach station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Mermaid Beach station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 20m.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Mermaid Beach is 696 km. The road distance is 834 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach without a car is to bus which takes 13h 31m and costs $120 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach is to fly which takes 1h 54m and costs $75 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $290 and takes 13h 31m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 20m.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach is 834 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach.

Where can I stay near Mermaid Beach?

There are 2735+ hotels available in Mermaid Beach.

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
1h 54m
$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 20m
$73–254
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 31m
$122–283
Drive 834 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beachcar 834 km
9h 2m
$148–214
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
4h 9m
$116–401
Bus via Burleigh Heads station, platform 1
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
17h 29m
$129–183

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Beach by train, bus, and tram

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Distance: 696.1 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise 4 times a day. Tickets cost $120–280 and the journey takes 12h.

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