What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Brisbane is to tram and train which costs $2 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Brisbane is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Brisbane. However, there are services departing from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue and arriving at Brisbane via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Central station, platform 3 via Helensvale station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Brisbane?

The distance between Main Beach and Brisbane is 82 km. The road distance is 76.5 km.

How do I travel from Main Beach to Brisbane without a car?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Brisbane without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 51m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Brisbane?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Main Beach to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Brisbane bus from?

Main Beach to Brisbane bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southport station.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Brisbane train from?

Main Beach to Brisbane train services, operated by Translink, depart from Main Beach station, platform 1.

Where does the Main Beach to Brisbane bus arrive?

Main Beach to Brisbane bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Main Beach to Brisbane train arrive?

Main Beach to Brisbane train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Brisbane is 76 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Main Beach to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2237+ hotels available in Brisbane.

Main Beach to Brisbane - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Main Beach to Brisbane by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4Gcr1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3Vlbd / ...
1h 51m
$2
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southport to BrisbaneBrisbane
2h 12m
$18–36
Drive 76.5 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Brisbane76.5 km
54 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to Brisbane76.5 km
54 min
$180–220

Main Beach to Brisbane by tram and train

295Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.1 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Main Beach, QLD, Australia and Brisbane, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Southport to Brisbane twice daily. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 1h.

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