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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise

Composite routes from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise

Cheapest
17 h 31 min
Car
1672 km.
from $91
Fastest
2 h 20 min
Plane
Other
25 h 10 min
1344 km.
from $287.65
5 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $256.10
6 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $170.23
6 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $246.32
28 h 25 min
1344 km.
from $149.97
29 h 25 min
1344 km.
from $184.09
25 h 10 min
1344 km.
from $287.65
5 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $256.10
6 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $170.23
6 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
1345 km.
from $246.32
28 h 25 min
1344 km.
from $149.97
29 h 25 min
1344 km.
from $184.09

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:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from International Airport Station to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.43–$22.75

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.64–$34.12

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.97–$59.40

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:
$88.46–$214.84
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$88.46–$202.20

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.51–$101.10

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.14–$556.06
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.78
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$695.07
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.74–$454.96

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.14–$758.26
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.78
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$695.07
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.74–$454.96

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.06–$695.07
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$695.07

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:
$48.02–$176.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise is to night train and train which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 28h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 9m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Melbourne and Surfers Paradise is 1373 km. The road distance is 1672 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise without a car is to bus which takes 25h 10m and costs $108.70 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

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

Melbourne to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

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

Melbourne to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $358.70 and takes 25h 10m, you could also train, which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 28h 25m.

Where does the Melbourne to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

Melbourne to Surfers Paradise bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Surfers Paradise?

Surfers Paradise is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 05:04 in Melbourne and 04:04 in Surfers Paradise.

Where does the Melbourne to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

Melbourne to Surfers Paradise train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Surfers Paradise is 1672 km. It takes approximately 17h 51m to drive from Melbourne 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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