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Ballarat to Surfers Paradise

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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:
$3.69–$5.22
Train from International Airport Station to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$101.76

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.73

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$559.67
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$699.59
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$763.19
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.84–$699.59
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59

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:
$48.34–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise is to train and night train which costs $59.78 - $195.65 and takes 30h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise is to bus and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $103.26 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 37m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Ballarat and Surfers Paradise is 1471 km. The road distance is 1769.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise without a car is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

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

Ballarat to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

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

Ballarat to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat station.

Train, bus or fly from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $195.65 and takes 30h 53m. There are no good options to fly between Ballarat to Surfers Paradise.

Where does the Ballarat to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Ballarat to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Surfers Paradise?

Surfers Paradise is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 23:33 in Ballarat and 22:33 in Surfers Paradise.

Where does the Ballarat to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

Ballarat to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Surfers Paradise is 1770 km. It takes approximately 18h 48m to drive from Ballarat to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2385+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise. Prices start at $83.05 per night.
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