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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba

Composite routes from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba

Cheapest
9 h 49 min
Car
903 km.
from $49
Other
5 h 48 min
Plane, Train
700 km.
from $238.80
18 h 50 min
699 km.
from $39.59
18 h 38 min
Bus, Train
700 km.
from $79.39
7 h 33 min
Train, Plane
700 km.
from $132.79
8 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
700 km.
from $163.07
18 h 50 min
700 km.
from $214.28

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Translink
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
Translink
Website
1h 3m
Every 30 minutes
$3.15–$4.46
13 12 30
13 12 30
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Transport for NSW
Website
1h 59m
Every 30 minutes
$3.80–$5.98
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
2h 25m
Twice daily
$17.39–$28.26
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
16h 20m
Once daily
$59.78–$86.96
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Australia Wide Coaches
Website
2h 10m
6 times a week
$20.65–$28.26
02 9516 1300
02 9516 1300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
Website
1h 28m
Every day
$40.22–$456.52
Qantas
Website
1h 29m
Every day
$40.22–$532.61
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$59.78–$500.00
Train operators
Found: 1
Intercity Train
Website
Intercity Train
Website
1h 49m
6 times a week
$7.61–$11.96
131 500
131 500
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba is to train which costs $18.48 - $42.39 and takes 18h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 5h 48m and costs $59.78 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Katoomba via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Katoomba Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Katoomba is 820 km. The road distance is 904.4 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 38m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Katoomba bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Katoomba train from?

Surfers Paradise to Katoomba train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba is to train which takes 18h 50m and costs $18.48 - $42.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $228.26 and takes 18h 50m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Katoomba bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Surfers Paradise and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 1h ahead of Surfers Paradise. It is currently 02:14 in Surfers Paradise and 03:14 in Katoomba.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Katoomba train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Katoomba train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Katoomba is 904 km. It takes approximately 10h 1m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 456+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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