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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast

Composite routes from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast

Cheapest
2 h 4 min
Car
180 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.26–$4.67
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.11
Bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Aerodrome
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.74–$2.50

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$27.17

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$20.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is to train and bus which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast is 183 km. The road distance is 180.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $29.35 - $40.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

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

Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1665+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast. Prices start at $77.74 per night.
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