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Ararat to Gold Coast

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.15–$4.46
Train from International Airport Station to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.12–$5.43

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ararat station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91
Bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$25.00

Byron Bay Express

Phone:
+61 (0)418 364 364
Website:
byronbayexpress.com.au/
Bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.17–$32.61

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$391.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$391.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Melton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.78–$6.52
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52
Train from Ararat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$59.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Gold Coast is to train and night train which costs $59.78 - $250 and takes 31h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Gold Coast is to train and fly which takes 7h 28m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Gold Coast. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 36m.

How far is it from Ararat to Gold Coast?

The distance between Ararat and Gold Coast is 1560 km. The road distance is 1859.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 29h 25m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Ararat to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

Ararat to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ararat station.

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

Ararat to Gold Coast train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat station.

Train or bus from Ararat to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Ararat to Gold Coast is to bus which takes 29h 25m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $250 and takes 31h 52m.

Where does the Ararat to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Ararat to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ararat and Gold Coast?

Gold Coast is 1h behind Ararat. It is currently 00:15 in Ararat and 23:15 in Gold Coast.

Where does the Ararat to Gold Coast train arrive?

Ararat to Gold Coast train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Gold Coast is 1859 km. It takes approximately 19h 45m to drive from Ararat to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2386+ hotels available in Gold Coast. Prices start at $83.05 per night.
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