What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Applethorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Applethorpe via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Applethorpe is 297 km. The road distance is 235.1 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $65 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe bus from?

Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe.

Where can I stay near Applethorpe?

There are 90+ hotels available in Applethorpe.

Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe by bus, car, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbane Roma StreetPm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to ApplethorpeBrisbane
5h 30m
$67–170
Drive 235.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe235.1 km
3h 6m
$47–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma StreetVlbd / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to ApplethorpeBoonah Service
6h 5m
$52–142

Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.3 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia and Applethorpe, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Applethorpe via Brisbane Roma Street in around 5h 30m.

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