What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest is to fly and train which costs $120 - $430 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest is to fly and train which takes 5h 28m and costs $120 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Diggers Rest?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Diggers Rest station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Diggers Rest Station via Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 57m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

The distance between Gold Coast and Diggers Rest is 1389 km. The road distance is 1669.4 km.

How do I travel from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest without a car?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest without a car is to bus via Cabramatta which takes 29h 52m and costs $220 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Diggers Rest train from?

Gold Coast to Diggers Rest train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest is to bus via Cabramatta which takes 29h 52m and costs $220 - $280. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $140 - $550 and takes 29h 57m.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and Diggers Rest?

Diggers Rest is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 1:07 PM in Gold Coast and 2:07 PM in Diggers Rest.

Where does the Gold Coast to Diggers Rest train arrive?

Gold Coast to Diggers Rest train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Diggers Rest is 1669 km. It takes approximately 17h 34m to drive from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest.

Where can I stay near Diggers Rest?

There are 287+ hotels available in Diggers Rest.

Gold Coast to Diggers Rest - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)OOL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Diggers Rest Station
5h 28m
$126–426
Bus via Cabramatta
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central StationPm11
2. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
29h 52m
$221–275
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
29h 57m
$142–508
Drive 1,669.4 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Diggers Rest1,669.4 km
17h 34m
$317–458
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)BNE - MEL
7h 4m
$174–352
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)OOL - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
7h 24m
$186–476
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)BNK - MEL
8h 12m
$195–564
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
30h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
2d 7h
$3,308–4,508

Gold Coast to Diggers Rest by bus and train

7Weekly Services

29h 52mAverage Duration

$221Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,389.2 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Gold Coast, QLD, Australia and Diggers Rest, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Diggers Rest Station via Central Station, Central Station, Liverpool Station, Liverpool, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Station in around 29h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Diggers Rest Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, Southern Cross, and Southern Cross Station in around 29h 57m.

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