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How to Travel from

Gold Coast to Sunshine

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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 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.31

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:
$12.63–$34.10

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:
$42.95–$59.37

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:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$32.84

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Werribee to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84

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:
$48.00–$176.83

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:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$555.76
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.73–$416.82

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$757.86
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.73–$416.82

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.99–$694.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine is to train via Sydney which costs $59.78 - $195.65 and takes 29h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Sunshine. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Whitty St/Monash St via Central Station and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Sunshine. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Sunshine via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 26m.

Is there a direct flight between Gold Coast and Sunshine?

Yes, there are direct flights between Gold Coast and Sunshine; these take 2h 15m and cost $70.65 - $336.96 .

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sunshine?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sunshine is 1387 km. The road distance is 1677.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine without a car is to bus which takes 28h 44m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Gold Coast to Sunshine?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sunshine is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $380.43 and takes 28h 44m, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $59.78 - $195.65 and takes 29h 26m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sunshine bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and Sunshine?

Sunshine is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 21:50 in Gold Coast and 22:50 in Sunshine.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sunshine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sunshine is 1678 km. It takes approximately 17h 43m to drive from Gold Coast to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

There are 4131+ hotels available in Sunshine. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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