What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour is to train which costs $30 - $190 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Coffs Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour. However, there are services departing from Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park and arriving at Coffs Harbour via Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Main Beach and Coffs Harbour?

No, there is no direct train from Main Beach station to Coffs Harbour station. However, there are services departing from Main Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Coffs Harbour Station via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

The distance between Main Beach and Coffs Harbour is 421 km. The road distance is 310.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour without a car is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs $30 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Coffs Harbour bus from?

Main Beach to Coffs Harbour bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Coffs Harbour train from?

Main Beach to Coffs Harbour train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train, bus or fly from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

The best way to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs $30 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 8h, you could also fly, which costs $410 - $900 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Main Beach to Coffs Harbour bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Main Beach and Coffs Harbour?

Coffs Harbour is 1h ahead of Main Beach. It is currently 4:43 AM in Main Beach and 5:43 AM in Coffs Harbour.

Where does the Main Beach to Coffs Harbour train arrive?

Main Beach to Coffs Harbour train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Coffs Harbour is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour.

Where can I stay near Coffs Harbour?

There are 492+ hotels available in Coffs Harbour.

Main Beach to Coffs Harbour - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Brisbane Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)BNE - CFS
4h 11m
$310–828
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma StreetVlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Coffs Harbour Station32
7h 42m
$31–181
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs HarbourSydney
8h
$60–120
Drive 310.2 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Coffs Harbour310.2 km
3h 22m
$61–87
Fly from Gold Coast Airport
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)OOL - CFS
5h 26m
$411–901
Bus via Ferny Ave at Palm Avenue
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs HarbourPm11
8h 41m
$55–80

Main Beach to Coffs Harbour by tram and train

14Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Main Beach, QLD, Australia and Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Coffs Harbour Station via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, and Roma Street Station in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbour 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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