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How to get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes by train?

From Birkdale to Varsity Lakes by train

To get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, take the CLEV train from Birkdale Station station to South Bank Station station. Next, take the AIRP train from South Bank Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The ride fare is A$11.64.

126minA$11.64
Train - CLEVCLEV
Train - AIRPAIRP
Leaves from Birkdale Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Birkdale
  • 2
    Train - CLEVCLEV
    Wait for train
    CLEV
    Shorncliffe Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Bank Station
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - AIRPAIRP
    Wait for train
    AIRP
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Birkdale to Varsity Lakes by bus and train

To get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the CLCL train from Birkdale Station station to Manly Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R581 bus and finally take the GOLD train from Central Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 36 min. The ride fare is A$11.64.

396minA$11.64
Train - CLCLCLCL
Bus - R581R581
Train - GOLDGOLD
Leaves from Birkdale Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Birkdale
  • 2
    Train - CLCLCLCL
    Wait for train
    CLCL
    Manly Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manly Station
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Manly Station, Stop 85
    ID 006087
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - R581R581
    Wait for bus
    R581
    Bowen Hills Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Edward Street Stop 141 Near Ann St
    ID 000141
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    50 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - GOLDGOLD
    Wait for train
    GOLD
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes

The distance between Birkdale, Brisbane and Varsity Lakes, Brisbane is approximately 113.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brisbane – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Birkdale

Birkdale is located at Birkdale, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Birkdale Station.

Train stations close to Birkdale:

  • Birkdale Station
  • Thorneside Station
  • Wellington Point Station

Bus stations close to Birkdale:

  • Birkdale Station
  • Birkdale Rd Near Napier St
  • Birkdale Rd at Birkdale Primary School

Public transport stations close to Varsity Lakes, Brisbane

Varsity Lakes is located at Varsity Lakes, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Scottsdale Dr at Firebird Street.

Train stations close to Varsity Lakes:

  • Varsity Lakes Station
  • Robina Station

Bus stations close to Varsity Lakes:

  • Scottsdale Dr at Firebird Street
  • Varsity Sound Ave Near Azzurra Dr
  • Scottsdale Dr Near Reedy Creek Rd

From Birkdale to Varsity Lakes by bus and train

To get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the CLCL train from Birkdale Station station to Manly Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R581 bus and finally take the GOLD train from Central Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 36 min. The ride fare is A$11.64.

396minA$11.64
Train - CLCLCLCL
Bus - R581R581
Train - GOLDGOLD
Leaves from Birkdale Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Birkdale
  • 2
    Train - CLCLCLCL
    Wait for train
    CLCL
    Manly Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manly Station
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Manly Station, Stop 85
    ID 006087
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - R581R581
    Wait for bus
    R581
    Bowen Hills Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Edward Street Stop 141 Near Ann St
    ID 000141
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    50 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - GOLDGOLD
    Wait for train
    GOLD
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line CLEV, Bus line AIRP.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes?

    The alternative route takes 396 minutes, using Bus line CLCL, Bus line R581, Bus line GOLD.

  • Is there a direct train between Birkdale and Varsity Lakes in Brisbane?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane?

    The CLEV train line goes from Shorncliffe Station station near Birkdale to South Bank Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till South Bank Station station near Varsity Lakes in Brisbane

  • How long does it take to travel from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane by train?

    The total travel time between Birkdale and Varsity Lakes in Brisbane by train is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Birkdale to get to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane?

    Get on the CLEV train from the Shorncliffe Station station near Birkdale in Brisbane.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Birkdale and Varsity Lakes in Brisbane?

    Get off the train at the South Bank Station station, which is closest to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane.

  • How much is the train fare from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes?

    The ride from Birkdale to Varsity Lakes costs A$11.64.

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