What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Hope Island?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Hope Island is to train which costs $100 - $310 and takes 21h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Hope Island?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Hope Island is to fly and train and line 718 bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $130 - $360.

How far is it from Canberra to Hope Island?

The distance between Canberra and Hope Island is 953 km. The road distance is 1117.8 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Hope Island without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Hope Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 15m and costs $120 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Hope Island?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Canberra to Hope Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Hope Island bus from?

Canberra to Hope Island bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Hope Island?

The best way to get from Canberra to Hope Island is to bus which takes 22h 5m and costs $160 - $410. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $310 and takes 21h 53m.

Where does the Canberra to Hope Island bus arrive?

Canberra to Hope Island bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Hope Island?

Hope Island is 1h behind Canberra. It is currently 8:21 AM in Canberra and 7:21 AM in Hope Island.

Can I drive from Canberra to Hope Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Hope Island is 1118 km. It takes approximately 11h 54m to drive from Canberra to Hope Island.

Where can I stay near Hope Island?

There are 2002+ hotels available in Hope Island.

Canberra to Hope Island - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 718 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Hope Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Hope Island. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Central Station and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 5m.

There are 8 ways to get from Canberra to Hope Island by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Gold Coast Airport, train, line 718 bus
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane CBR - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Helensvale station, platform 2train
3. Take the bus from Helensvale stop B to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centrebus
5h 41m
$136–358
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
21h 53m
$101–306
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
21h 15m
$126–351
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southportbus Brisbane
22h 5m
$165–410
Drive 1,117.8 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Hope Islandcar 1,117.8 km
11h 54m
$202–291
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CBR - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
6h 13m
$164–434
Train #2
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 632
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train
21h 53m
$101–306
Bus via Sydney
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chatswood to Southportbus Pm12
22h 35m
$168–268

Canberra to Hope Island by bus and train

14Weekly Services

21h 15mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Canberra to Hope Island.

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Distance: 952.6 km
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Hope Island, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Canberra to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Central Station, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 22h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale stop B in around 21h 53m.

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