What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 16h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast is to fly and tram which takes 3h 43m and costs $100 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and QT Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and QT Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to QT 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 16h 12m.

How far is it from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

The distance between Sydney and QT Gold Coast is 714 km. The road distance is 829.5 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to QT Gold Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 12h 12m and costs $120 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to QT Gold Coast bus from?

Sydney to QT Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to QT Gold Coast train from?

Sydney to QT Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Sydney to QT Gold Coast is to bus which takes 12h 12m and costs $120 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 16h 12m.

Where does the Sydney to QT Gold Coast bus arrive?

Sydney to QT Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Sydney to QT Gold Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to QT Gold Coast is 829 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Sydney to QT Gold Coast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to QT Gold Coast?

Book your Sydney to QT Gold Coast bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near QT Gold Coast?

There are 2833+ hotels available in QT Gold Coast.

Sydney to QT Gold Coast - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to QT 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 Cypress Avenue station, platform 1tram
3h 43m
$103–386
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 / ...
16h 12m
$87–245
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
12h 12m
$120–290
Drive 829.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to QT Gold Coastcar 829.5 km
8h 56m
$151–218
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
5h 25m
$142–453
Bus via Surfers Paradise
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
17h 23m
$130–180

Sydney to QT Gold Coast by bus and foot (Greyhound)

31Weekly Services

12h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 713.7 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and QT Gold Coast, 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 QT Gold Coast via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 4, and Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 in around 16h 12m.

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