What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Helensvale?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Helensvale is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Helensvale?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Helensvale is to fly and train which takes 3h 42m and costs $100 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park and Sea World. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Helensvale station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

How far is it from Sydney to Helensvale?

The distance between Sydney and Helensvale is 731 km. The road distance is 845.5 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Helensvale without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Helensvale without a car is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs $130 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Helensvale?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Sydney to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Helensvale bus from?

Sydney to Helensvale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Helensvale train from?

Sydney to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Helensvale?

The best way to get from Sydney to Helensvale is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs $130 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 23m.

Where does the Sydney to Helensvale bus arrive?

Sydney to Helensvale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Helensvale?

Helensvale is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 7:28 AM in Sydney and 6:28 AM in Helensvale.

Where does the Sydney to Helensvale train arrive?

Sydney to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Helensvale is 846 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Sydney to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2446+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Sydney to Helensvale - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Helensvale by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Helensvale station, platform 2train
3h 42m
$103–396
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 / ...
15h 23m
$86–244
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
13h 5m
$131–290
Drive 845.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Helensvalecar 845.5 km
8h 58m
$155–223
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 36m
$141–492
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Southportbus Pm12
18h 54m
$125–188

Sydney to Helensvale by bus (Greyhound)

31Weekly Buses

13h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 730.6 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Helensvale, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise 4 times a day. Tickets cost $120–290 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Central Station to Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 15h 23m.

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