What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay is to train which costs $3 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Brisbane and Runaway Bay is 86 km. The road distance is 69.7 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Runaway Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay without a car is to bus and line 719 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs $18 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Runaway Bay bus from?

Brisbane to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Train or bus from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay is to bus and line 719 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs $18 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Brisbane to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Brisbane to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Runaway Bay is 70 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Brisbane to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2243+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Brisbane to Runaway Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 719 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Brisbane to Runaway Bay by bus (Greyhound), train, car, taxi, or bus

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Bus, line 719 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Southportbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
1h 39m
$18–34
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
1h 59m
$2
Drive 69.7 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Runaway Baycar 69.7 km
51 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brisbane to Runaway Baytaxi 69.7 km
51 min
$160–200
Bus, line 719 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Southportbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
1h 39m
$22–30

Brisbane to Runaway Bay by bus

28Weekly Buses

1h 39mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.7 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Brisbane to Runaway Bay Centre via Southport and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, Translink operates a train from Central station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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