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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters is to fly which takes 2h 12m and costs $75 - $300.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters. However, there are services departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Rio Vista Bvd near Wayfarer Ave via Central Station, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach South station, stop D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Mermaid Waters station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Robina station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

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

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Mermaid Waters is 701 km. The road distance is 836.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters without a car is to bus via Surfers Paradise which takes 13h 45m and costs $120 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters is to fly which takes 2h 12m and costs $75 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus via Surfers Paradise, which costs $120 - $290 and takes 13h 45m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 17h 5m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters is 836 km. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters.

Where can I stay near Mermaid Waters?

There are 2766+ hotels available in Mermaid Waters.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters 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
2h 12m
$80–297
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Robina station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
17h 5m
$73–254
Bus via Surfers Paradise (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 45m
$123–284
Drive 836.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waterscar 836.4 km
9h
$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 Robina station, platform 1train
3h 54m
$116–402
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
18h 24m
$129–183

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Mermaid Waters by train and bus

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Distance: 700.6 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Mermaid Waters, 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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