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 and train which costs $40 - $200 and takes 10h 10m.

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 29m and costs $75 - $120.

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 and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via First Lane At Smith St and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

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 27m and costs $110 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 9h 27m 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 Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise 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 27m and costs $110 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 11h 56m.

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

Gold Coast to South West Rocks bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Kempsey station.

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

South West Rocks is 1h ahead of Gold Coast. It is currently 3:30 AM in Gold Coast and 4:30 AM 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 29m to drive from Gold Coast to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 285+ 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, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 StreetVlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Eungai Station32
9h 27m
$111–281
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Coach Transit Centre, Beach Rd to Casino Station, Coach Bay164 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Kempsey Station34 / ...
10h 10m
$43–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to KempseyPm11
11h 56m
$69–102
Drive 408.1 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to South West Rocks408.1 km
4h 29m
$78–113
Bus via Nambucca Heads
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Nambucca HeadsSydney
2. Take the bus from Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St to Kemp St Before Tozer St468
12h 31m
$72–151

Gold Coast to South West Rocks by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 56mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest 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 27m

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 27m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 9h.

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