What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks is to bus via Casino which costs $40 - $65 and takes 10h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Casino Station, Coach Bay and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

The distance between Gold Coast and South West Rocks is 566 km. The road distance is 408.1 km.

How do I travel from Gold Coast to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks without a car is to train which takes 9h 31m and costs $110 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to South West Rocks bus from?

Gold Coast to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd station.

Train or bus from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks is to train which takes 9h 31m and costs $110 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Casino, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Gold Coast to South West Rocks bus arrive?

Gold Coast to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Casino Station, Coach Bay.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast and South West Rocks?

South West Rocks is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 11:16 AM in Gold Coast and 12:16 PM in South West Rocks.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to South West Rocks is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Gold Coast to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 286+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Gold Coast to South West Rocks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Eungai Stationtrain 32
9h 31m
$112–282
Bus via Casino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 164 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3404 / ...
10h 53m
$40–62
Drive 408.1 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to South West Rockscar 408.1 km
4h 31m
$74–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 164 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
10h 10m
$43–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Macksvillebus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus 468
11h 55m
$63–96

Gold Coast to South West Rocks by bus and foot

26Weekly Services

10h 53mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gold Coast to South West Rocks.

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Distance: 565.9 km
Duration: 9h 31m

What companies run services between Gold Coast, QLD, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Cypress Avenue station, platform 1 to South West Rocks via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Eungai Station in around 9h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd to Gregory St After Simpson St via Casino Station, Coach Bay, Kempsey Station, Coach Stop, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 10h 53m.

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