What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Sandgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to Sandgate. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Sandgate Central, stop 33 via Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Gold Coast and Sandgate?

No, there is no direct train from Gold Coast station to Sandgate station. However, there are services departing from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Sandgate station, platform 1 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to Sandgate?

The distance between Gold Coast and Sandgate is 100 km. The road distance is 94.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 13m and costs $22 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Sandgate bus from?

Gold Coast to Sandgate bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to Sandgate train from?

Gold Coast to Sandgate train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sandgate bus arrive?

Gold Coast to Sandgate bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Gold Coast to Sandgate train arrive?

Gold Coast to Sandgate train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to Sandgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to Sandgate is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Gold Coast to Sandgate.

Where can I stay near Sandgate?

There are 2095+ hotels available in Sandgate.

Gold Coast to Sandgate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gold Coast to Sandgate by bus, train, tram, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Sandgate station, platform 1train Clsh / ...
2h 13m
$22–31
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
3. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 2 to Sandgate station, platform 1train
2h 46m
$2
Drive 94.7 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to Sandgatecar 94.7 km
1h 10m
$18–26
Bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St to Sandgate Central, stop 33bus 310
2h 32m
$19–35

Gold Coast to Sandgate by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.1 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Gold Coast, QLD, Australia and Sandgate, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Sandgate Central, stop 33 via Brisbane and Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St in around 2h 32m.

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