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

From Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station by bus and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station in Varsity Lakes, take the 740 bus from Thomas Dr Near Burra St station to Nerang Station station. Next, take the BDVL train from Nerang Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is A$0.50. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Varsity Lakes Station on the Moovit app.

38minA$0.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 740740
Train - BDVLBDVL
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 Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nerang Station
    ID 320921
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Nerang Station
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station in Varsity Lakes, take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, take the BDVL train from Helensvale Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is A$0.50. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Varsity Lakes Station on the Moovit app.

68minA$0.50
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - BDVLBDVL
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 - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Varsity Lakes Station is approximately 22.81 km, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Varsity Lakes – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station

To check the bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Surfers Paradise) and destination (Varsity Lakes Station), 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 Varsity Lakes Station by light rail and train

To get from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station in Varsity Lakes, take the GCR1 light rail from Cypress Avenue Station station to Helensvale Station station. Next, take the BDVL train from Helensvale Station station to Varsity Lakes Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is A$0.50. The bus and train schedule from Surfers Paradise may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Varsity Lakes Station on the Moovit app.

68minA$0.50
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GCR1GCR1
Train - BDVLBDVL
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 - BDVLBDVL
    Wait for train
    BDVL
    Varsity Lakes Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station Varsity Lakes Station
    Ride to train station
    Varsity Lakes Station
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 740, Train line BDVL.

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

    The alternative route takes 68 minutes, using Light Rail line GCR1, Train line BDVL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station?

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

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

    The total travel time between Surfers Paradise and Varsity Lakes Station by bus and train is about 38 min.

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

    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 Station?

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

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

    The ride from Surfers Paradise to Varsity Lakes Station costs A$0.50.

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