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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture is to tram and train which costs $3 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Surfers Paradise and Caboolture?

No, there is no direct train from Surfers Paradise station to Caboolture station. However, there are services departing from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 and arriving at Caboolture station, platform 3 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Caboolture is 127 km. The road distance is 123.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 9m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to Caboolture train from?

Surfers Paradise to Caboolture train services, operated by Translink, depart from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Caboolture train arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Caboolture train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Helensvale station, platform 4.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Caboolture is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture.

Where can I stay near Caboolture?

There are 431+ hotels available in Caboolture.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Caboolture station, platform 3Ipca / ...
2h 9m
$19–35
Tram, train
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2
3. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Caboolture station, platform 3
3h 3m
$2
Drive 123.9 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture123.9 km
1h 33m
$24–35

Surfers Paradise to Caboolture by bus, foot, and train

28Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.2 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Surfers Paradise to Caboolture. However, you can take the bus to Brisbane, walk to Central station, platform 6, then take the train to Caboolture station, platform 3. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Caboolture station, platform 3 via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, and Bowen Hills station, platform 4 in around 3h 3m.

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