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

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula is to train and bus via Canberra which costs $110 - $350 and takes 26h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula is to fly which takes 6h 30m and costs $340 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 55m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and Merimbula is 1055 km. The road distance is 1263.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula without a car is to bus via Canberra which takes 24h 55m and costs $200 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula, including transfers.

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

Surfers Paradise to Merimbula bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Bus or fly from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula is to fly which takes 6h 30m and costs $340 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Canberra, which costs $200 - $440 and takes 24h 55m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to Merimbula bus arrive?

Surfers Paradise to Merimbula bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Surfers Paradise and Merimbula?

Merimbula is 1h ahead of Surfers Paradise. It is currently 4:46 AM in Surfers Paradise and 5:46 AM in Merimbula.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to Merimbula is 1263 km. It takes approximately 14h 36m to drive from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 319+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Surfers Paradise to Merimbula - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, 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.

Fly Gold Coast Airport to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)OOL - MIM
6h 30m
$342–752
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Station32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Canberra Station633 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
26h 44m
$116–342
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
24h 55m
$203–431
Drive 1,263.3 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to Merimbula1,263.3 km
14h 36m
$245–353
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Station
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNE - MIM
7h 53m
$420–878
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNK - MIM
9h 9m
$581–2,750
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)OOL - CBR
2. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
9h 28m
$154–532
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
26h 15m
$192–391
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
27h 39m
$132–342

Surfers Paradise to Merimbula by bus

14Weekly Buses

24h 55mAverage Duration

$203Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,054.6 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise to Park St At Wonga St via Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 24h 55m.

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