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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
4 h 2 min
Car
280 km.
from $15
Other
7 h 25 min
234 km.
from $77.46
8 h 18 min
234 km.
from $43.24
7 h 30 min
Train, Plane, Bus
234 km.
from $343.83
9 h 11 min
Train, Bus
234 km.
from $87.33

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Translink
Website
1h 3m
Every 30 minutes
$3.15–$4.46
13 12 30
13 12 30
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
5h 5m
Twice daily
$30.43–$59.78
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
1h 20m
Once daily
$14.13–$19.57
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Qantas
Website
Qantas
Website
55 min
Every day
$108.70–$304.35
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
2h 4m
Twice daily
$4.24–$304.88
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus via Cooroy which costs $23.91 - $336.96 and takes 8h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Rainbow Beach is 353 km. The road distance is 317.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs $38.04 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach is 317 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 190+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $62.29 per night.
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