What is the cheapest way to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay is to line 760 bus which costs $1 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay?

The fastest way to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Varsity Lakes and Rainbow Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varsity Sound Ave near Azzurra Dr and arriving at Griffith St at Coolangatta East. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay?

The distance between Varsity Lakes and Rainbow Bay is 21 km. The road distance is 20.3 km.

How do I travel from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay without a car is to line 700 bus which takes 47 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay bus from?

Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gold Coast Hwy at Christine Avenue station.

Where does the Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay bus arrive?

Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Griffith St at Coolangatta East station.

Can I drive from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay is 20 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Bay?

There are 2839+ hotels available in Rainbow Bay.

Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay - 4 ways to travel via line 700 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 700 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Christine Avenue station to Griffith St at Coolangatta Eastbus 700
47 min
$2
Line 760 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varsity Sound Ave near Azzurra Dr to Griffith St at Coolangatta Eastbus 760
50 min
$1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Baytaxi 20.3 km
21 min
$60–80
Drive 20.3 km
1. Drive from Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Baycar 20.3 km
21 min
$4–6

Varsity Lakes to Rainbow Bay by bus

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Distance: 21 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Varsity Lakes, QLD, Australia and Rainbow Bay, QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Christine Avenue station to Griffith St at Coolangatta East every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 33 min.

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