How to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by bus and train?

From Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by bus and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture in Brisbane, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 740 bus from Thomas Dr Near Burra St station to Nerang Station, Stop E station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VLBD train and finally take the IPNA train from Central Station station to Caboolture Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The ride fare is A$11.46. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caboolture on the Moovit app.

167minA$11.46
Walk to bus station
Bus - 740740
Train - VLBDVLBD
Train - IPNAIPNA
Leaves from Thomas Dr Near Burra St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thomas Dr Near Burra St
    ID 301384
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Nerang
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nerang Station, Stop E
    ID 320919
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Nerang Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - VLBDVLBD
    Wait for train
    VLBD
    Domestic Airport Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    72 min
  • 7
    Train - IPNAIPNA
    Wait for train
    IPNA
    Nambour Station
  • 8
    Ride to train station Caboolture Station
    Ride to train station
    Caboolture Station
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture in Brisbane, you’ll need to take one light rail line and 2 train lines: take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VLBD train and finally take the IPNA train from Central Station station to Caboolture Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is A$11.46. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caboolture on the Moovit app.

170minA$11.46
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - VLBDVLBD
Train - IPNAIPNA
Leaves from Cypress Avenue Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Cypress Avenue Station
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GCR1GCR1
    Wait for light rail
    GCR1
    Helensvale
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Helensvale Station
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - VLBDVLBD
    Wait for train
    VLBD
    Domestic Airport Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    66 min
  • 6
    Train - IPNAIPNA
    Wait for train
    IPNA
    Nambour Station
  • 7
    Ride to train station Caboolture Station
    Ride to train station
    Caboolture Station
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture

The distance between Surfers Paradise, Brisbane and Caboolture, Brisbane is approximately 136.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 167 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brisbane – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture

To check the bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Surfers Paradise) and destination (Caboolture), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture in Brisbane, you’ll need to take one light rail line and 2 train lines: take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VLBD train and finally take the IPNA train from Central Station station to Caboolture Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is A$11.46. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caboolture on the Moovit app.

170minA$11.46
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - VLBDVLBD
Train - IPNAIPNA
Leaves from Cypress Avenue Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Cypress Avenue Station
    830 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GCR1GCR1
    Wait for light rail
    GCR1
    Helensvale
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Helensvale Station
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - VLBDVLBD
    Wait for train
    VLBD
    Domestic Airport Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    66 min
  • 6
    Train - IPNAIPNA
    Wait for train
    IPNA
    Nambour Station
  • 7
    Ride to train station Caboolture Station
    Ride to train station
    Caboolture Station
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture?

    The fastest way takes 167 minutes, using Bus line 740, Train line VLBD, Train line IPNA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture?

    The alternative route takes 170 minutes, using Light Rail line GCR1, Train line VLBD, Train line IPNA.

  • Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Caboolture in Brisbane?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture in Brisbane?

    The 740 bus line goes from Thomas Dr Near Burra St station near Surfers Paradise to Nerang station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Nerang station near Caboolture in Brisbane.

  • How long does it take to travel from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture in Brisbane by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Surfers Paradise and Caboolture in Brisbane by bus and train is about 2 hr 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Surfers Paradise to get to Caboolture in Brisbane?

    Get on the 740 bus from the Thomas Dr Near Burra St stop near Surfers Paradise in Brisbane.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Surfers Paradise and Caboolture in Brisbane?

    Get off the bus at the Nerang station, which is closest to Caboolture in Brisbane.

  • How much is the bus fare from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture?

    The ride from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture costs A$11.46.

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