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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Gold Coast is to train which costs $60 - $110 and takes 16h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Gold Coast is to fly and tram which takes 3h 37m and costs $50 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Gold Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Surfers Paradise. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Gold Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Gold Coast station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Sydney to Gold Coast?

The distance between Sydney and Gold Coast is 713 km. The road distance is 832.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Gold Coast without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $60 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Sydney to Gold Coast, including transfers.

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

Sydney to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

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

Sydney to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Gold Coast?

The best way to get from Sydney to Gold Coast is to bus which takes 13h and costs $60 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 16h 6m.

Where does the Sydney to Gold Coast bus arrive?

Sydney to Gold Coast bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Sydney to Gold Coast train arrive?

Sydney to Gold Coast train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Gold Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Gold Coast is 833 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Sydney to Gold Coast.

Where can I stay near Gold Coast?

There are 2339+ hotels available in Gold Coast. Prices start at $99<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

Sydney to Gold Coast - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Gold Coast by plane, tram, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Gold Coast, tram3h 37m
1. Fly from Sydney (SYD) to Gold Coast (OOL)SYD - OOL
2. Take the tram from Broadbeach South station to Cavill Avenue station, platform 1
$52–270

4 alternative options

Fly to Brisbane, train5h 19m
1. Fly from Sydney (SYD) to Brisbane (BNE)SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1
$81–253
Bus13h
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Surfers ParadiseBrisbane
$60–190
Train16h 6m
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1Bdvl / ...
$64–103
Drive9h 10m
1. Drive from Sydney to Gold Coast517.4 mi
$106–153

Sydney to Gold Coast by bus

23Weekly Buses

13hAverage Duration

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Distance: 443.2 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Gold Coast, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Surfers Paradise twice daily. Tickets cost $80–190 and the journey takes 13h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Central Station to Cypress Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 16h 6m.

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