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How to Travel from

Gold Coast to Geelong

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.35
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.35

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$28.26

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Central
Ave. Duration:
15h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$27.17

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.60–$8.15

Gull Airport Service

Phone:
+61 3 5222 4966
Website:
gull.com.au
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$23.33

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$510.87
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$597.83
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$467.39
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$467.39
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$543.48
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$391.30

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.24–$5.98
Train from Wyndham Vale to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.13–$5.43

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,095.54–$2,717.33

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Geelong is to train via Sydney which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 29h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Geelong?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 57m and costs $97.83 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Geelong. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Geelong via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 56m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Geelong?

The distance between Gold Coast and Geelong is 1437 km. The road distance is 1744.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Geelong without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 29h 56m and costs $54.35 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Geelong?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Gold Coast to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Geelong bus from?

Gold Coast to Geelong bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Geelong train from?

Gold Coast to Geelong train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Where does the Gold Coast to Geelong bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Geelong bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 17:30 in Gold Coast and 18:30 in Geelong.

Where does the Gold Coast to Geelong train arrive?

Gold Coast to Geelong train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Geelong is 1744 km. It takes approximately 18h 28m to drive from Gold Coast to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 677+ hotels available in Geelong. Prices start at $61.22 per night.
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