What is the cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks is to bus and train which costs $40 - $200 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Surfers Paradise and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Lismore, Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

The distance between Surfers Paradise and South West Rocks is 567 km. The road distance is 407.7 km.

How do I travel from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks without a car is to train which takes 9h 35m and costs $110 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks bus from?

Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St station.

Train or bus from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks is to train which takes 9h 35m and costs $110 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Lismore, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Surfers Paradise and South West Rocks?

South West Rocks is 1h ahead of Surfers Paradise. It is currently 4:48 PM in Surfers Paradise and 5:48 PM in South West Rocks.

Can I drive from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 282+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Eungai Stationtrain 32
9h 35m
$112–282
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 164 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
9h 55m
$43–197
Bus via Lismore
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus 164 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lismore to Macksvillebus
3. Take the bus from Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus 468
10h 43m
$55–90
Drive 407.7 km
1. Drive from Surfers Paradise to South West Rockscar 407.7 km
4h 30m
$74–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbourbus
2. Take the bus from Park Av At Little St to Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper Stbus 360
3. Take the bus from Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St to Kemp St Before Tozer Stbus 468
12h 35m
$73–145

Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 43mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Surfers Paradise to South West Rocks.

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Distance: 566.5 km
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to South West Rocks via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Eungai Station in around 9h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St to Gregory St After Simpson St via Lismore, Macksville, Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St, Kemp St Before Tozer St, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 10h 43m.

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