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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gold Coast to Sydney

Composite routes from Gold Coast to Sydney

Cheapest
8 h 51 min
Car
832 km.
from $45
Fastest
1 h 29 min
Plane
Other
17 h 1 min
684 km.
from $32.83
5 h 12 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $121.98
6 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
685 km.
from $157.15
17 h 1 min
684 km.
from $32.83
5 h 12 min
Train, Plane
685 km.
from $121.98
6 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
685 km.
from $157.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 to Broadbeach
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.83–$1.21
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.69–$5.22
Train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.26–$22.90

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Central
Ave. Duration:
15h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$33.07

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Surfers Paradise to Central
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$101.76

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$521.52
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.24–$483.36
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.34–$318.00

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$623.27
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$419.76
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.34–$368.88

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$572.39
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$381.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sydney is to train which costs $14.13 - $35.87 and takes 17h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sydney is to tram and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $54.35 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Central Station via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 1m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sydney?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sydney is 710 km. The road distance is 831.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 15h 40m and costs $59.78 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Gold Coast to Sydney, including transfers.

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

Gold Coast to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

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

Gold Coast to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Sydney?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sydney is to bus which takes 15h 40m and costs $59.78 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $35.87 and takes 17h 1m.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sydney bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 05:09 in Gold Coast and 06:09 in Sydney.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sydney train arrive?

Gold Coast to Sydney train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sydney is 832 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Gold Coast to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3545+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $74.38 per night.
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