How to get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes by bus and train?

From Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes by bus and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, take the 740 bus from Thomas Dr Near Burra St station to Nerang Station, Stop E station. Next, take the BNVL train from Nerang Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is A$4.34.

47minA$4.34
Walk to bus station
Bus - 740740
Train - BNVLBNVL
Walk to Varsity Lakes
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 - BNVLBNVL
    Wait for train
    BNVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Varsity Lakes
    Walk to
    Varsity Lakes
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, take the BNVL train from Helensvale Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is A$4.34.

72minA$4.34
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - BNVLBNVL
Walk to Varsity Lakes
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 - BNVLBNVL
    Wait for train
    BNVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Varsity Lakes
    Walk to
    Varsity Lakes
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes

The distance between Surfers Paradise, Brisbane and Varsity Lakes, Brisbane is approximately 23.08 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes 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 Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise is located at Tarcoola Crescent, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Thomas Dr Near Parnoo St.

Bus stations close to Surfers Paradise:

  • Thomas Dr Near Parnoo St
  • Thomas Dr Near Burra St
  • Surfers Paradise

Public transport stations close to Varsity Lakes, Brisbane

Varsity Lakes is located at Varsity Lakes, Brisbane and the nearest public transport station is Gemvale Rd at Kings Christian College.

Train stations close to Varsity Lakes:

  • Robina Station
  • Varsity Lakes Station

Bus stations close to Varsity Lakes:

  • Gemvale Rd at Kings Christian College
  • Gemvale Rd Near Reedy Creek Rd
  • Christine Ave at Varsity Sound Avenue

Related Routes

From Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes in Brisbane, take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, take the BNVL train from Helensvale Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is A$4.34.

72minA$4.34
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - BNVLBNVL
Walk to Varsity Lakes
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 - BNVLBNVL
    Wait for train
    BNVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Varsity Lakes
    Walk to
    Varsity Lakes
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 740, Train line BNVL.

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

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Light Rail line GCR1, Train line BNVL.

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

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

  • Which bus line goes from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes 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 one train line till Nerang station near Varsity Lakes in Brisbane

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

    The total travel time between Surfers Paradise and Varsity Lakes in Brisbane by bus and train is about 47 min.

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

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

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

    The ride from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes costs A$4.34.

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