How to get from Brisbane to Gold Coast by bus and train?

From Brisbane to Gold Coast by bus and train

To get from Brisbane to Gold Coast in Brisbane, take the BDVL train from Central Station station to Robina Station station. Next, take the 747 bus from Robina Station, Stop B station to Bundall Rd at City Of Gold Coast station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$11.46.

123minA$11.46
Walk to train station
Train - BDVLBDVL
Bus - 747747
Walk to Gold Coast
Leaves from Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Robina Station
    79 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Robina Station, Stop B
    ID 320923
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 747747
    Wait for bus
    747
    Southport Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bundall Rd at City Of Gold Coast
    ID 300170
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gold Coast
    Walk to
    Gold Coast
    Bundall Road
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brisbane to Gold Coast by bus and train via BDVL and 740

To get from Brisbane to Gold Coast in Brisbane, take the BDVL train from Central Station station to Nerang Station station. Next, take the 740 bus from Nerang Station, Stop A station to Slatyer Ave at Ferry Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is A$11.46.

112minA$11.46
Walk to train station
Train - BDVLBDVL
Bus - 740740
Walk to Gold Coast
Leaves from Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nerang Station
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nerang Station, Stop A
    ID 320915
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Surfers Paradise
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slatyer Ave at Ferry Road
    ID 319464
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gold Coast
    Walk to
    Gold Coast
    Bundall Road
    700 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Brisbane to Gold Coast

The distance between Brisbane, Brisbane and Gold Coast, Brisbane is approximately 101.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brisbane to Gold Coast by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brisbane – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Brisbane

Brisbane is located at Adelaide Street, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Adelaide Street Stop 20 at City Hall.

Train stations close to Brisbane:

  • Roma Street Station
  • Central Station

Bus stations close to Brisbane:

  • Adelaide Street Stop 20 at City Hall
  • King George Square, 2a
  • Adelaide Street Stop 43 Near City Hall

Ferry stations close to Brisbane:

  • South Bank Ferry Terminal
  • North Quay Ferry Terminal
  • Riverside Ferry Terminal

Public transport stations close to Gold Coast, Brisbane

Gold Coast is located at Bundall Road, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Thomas Dr Near Anembo St.

Bus stations close to Gold Coast:

  • Thomas Dr Near Anembo St
  • Thomas Dr Near Burra St
  • Slatyer Ave at Corporate Court

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brisbane to Gold Coast by bus and train via BDVL and 740

To get from Brisbane to Gold Coast in Brisbane, take the BDVL train from Central Station station to Nerang Station station. Next, take the 740 bus from Nerang Station, Stop A station to Slatyer Ave at Ferry Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is A$11.46.

112minA$11.46
Walk to train station
Train - BDVLBDVL
Bus - 740740
Walk to Gold Coast
Leaves from Central Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nerang Station
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nerang Station, Stop A
    ID 320915
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 740740
    Wait for bus
    740
    Surfers Paradise
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slatyer Ave at Ferry Road
    ID 319464
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Gold Coast
    Walk to
    Gold Coast
    Bundall Road
    700 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Gold Coast?

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Bus line BDVL, Bus line 747.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brisbane to Gold Coast?

    The alternative route takes 112 minutes, using Bus line BDVL, Bus line 740.

  • Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Gold Coast?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brisbane to Gold Coast?

    The BDVL train line goes from Central Station station near Brisbane in City to Varsity Lakes Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Varsity Lakes Station station near Gold Coast in Brisbane.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brisbane to Gold Coast by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Brisbane in City and Gold Coast in Brisbane by train and bus is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Brisbane to get to Gold Coast?

    Get on the BDVL train from the Central Station station near Brisbane in City.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Brisbane and Gold Coast?

    Get off the train at the Varsity Lakes Station stop, which is closest to Gold Coast in Brisbane.

  • How much is the train fare from Brisbane to Gold Coast?

    The ride from Brisbane to Gold Coast costs A$11.46.

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