What is the cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay is to line 719 bus which costs $1 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $24 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Main Beach and Runaway Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southport bus station, stop B station and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Main Beach and Runaway Bay is 13 km. The road distance is 9 km.

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

The best way to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay without a car is to line 719 bus which takes 35 min and costs $1.

How long does it take to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

The line 719 bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centre takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus from?

Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Southport bus station, stop B.

Where does the Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Main Beach to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Runaway Bay Centre station.

Can I drive from Main Beach to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Main Beach to Runaway Bay is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Main Beach to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2273+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Main Beach to Runaway Bay - 5 ways to travel via line 719 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Main Beach to Runaway Bay by bus, taxi, car, or tram

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

Line 719 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centrebus 711 / ...
35 min
$1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Main Beach to Runaway Baytaxi 9 km
10 min
$24–30
Drive 9 km
1. Drive from Main Beach to Runaway Baycar 9 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 704 bus, line 713 bus
1. Take the bus from Tedder Ave at Lennie Avenue to Labrador Park Shopping Centrebus 704
2. Take the bus from Labrador Park Shopping Centre to Runaway Bay Centrebus 712 / ...
45 min
$1
Tram, line 719 bus
1. Take the tram from Main Beach station, platform 1 to Gold Coast University Hospital station, platform 1tram Gcr1
2. Take the bus from GCUH, platform 3 to Lae Dr at Morala Avenuebus 719
48 min
$1

Main Beach to Runaway Bay by bus

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Distance: 13.3 km
Duration: 35 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Southport bus station, stop B to Runaway Bay Centre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 35 min.

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