What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks is to bus and train which costs $40 - $200 and takes 11h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Gold Coast Hwy at Annette Kellerman Park and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Gold Coast Hwy Opp Sixth Av, Lismore, Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and South West Rocks is 570 km. The road distance is 402.9 km.

How do I travel from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks without a car is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs $110 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks bus from?

Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Gold Coast Hwy Opp Sixth Av station.

Train or bus from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs $110 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Lismore, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks bus arrive?

Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St station.

What is the time difference between Mermaid Beach and South West Rocks?

South West Rocks is 1h ahead of Mermaid Beach. It is currently 6:47 AM in Mermaid Beach and 7:47 AM in South West Rocks.

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 286+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma StreetVlbr / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Eungai Station32
9h 41m
$112–282
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Hwy Opp Sixth Av to Casino Station, Coach Bay164 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Kempsey Station34 / ...
11h 5m
$42–196
Bus via Lismore
1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Hwy Opp Sixth Av to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St164 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lismore to Macksville
3. Take the bus from Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St to Kemp St Before Tozer St468
11h 53m
$54–90
Drive 402.9 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks402.9 km
4h 22m
$77–111
Bus
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
13h 42m
$70–156

Mermaid Beach to South West Rocks by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 53mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 570.4 km
Duration: 9h 41m

What companies run services between Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Broadbeach South station to South West Rocks via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Eungai Station in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Annette Kellerman Park to Gregory St After Simpson St via Gold Coast Hwy Opp Sixth Av, Lismore, Macksville, Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St, Kemp St Before Tozer St, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 11h 53m.

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