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Gold Coast to Brisbane Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 422 daily train trips between Gold Coast and Brisbane. The average train journey from Gold Coast to Brisbane takes one hour and 32 minutes, but some Airtrain Brisbane train trips are as short as one hour and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 18m |
| Lowest price | $16.58 |
| Trains per day | 422 |
| Most frequent service | Airtrain Brisbane |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Gold Coast to Brisbane?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Gold Coast to Brisbane was $16.62. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 21 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $0.25 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Gold Coast to Brisbane by month
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from Gold Coast to Brisbane doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from Gold Coast to Brisbane?
Airtrain Brisbane is the one and only train line which connects Gold Coast to Brisbane. However, there are 422 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airtrain Brisbane | 422 | 1h 32m | $16.89 |
Airtrain Brisbane train tickets from Gold Coast to Brisbane start from $17, and on average cost . Daily there are 422 Airtrain Brisbane schedules to Brisbane. Airtrain Brisbane in Gold Coast leaves from Ormeau Train Station and 5 other stations. And in Brisbane trains arrive at International Airport Train Station and one other train station.
From Gold Coast to Brisbane train travel on Airtrain Brisbane takes 1 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Brisbane faster, Airtrain Brisbane offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 18 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Airtrain Brisbane offers 360 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Brisbane.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Gold Coast to Brisbane
Trains from Gold Coast to Brisbane are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Gold Coast at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 422 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Gold Coast to Brisbane.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Brisbane to Gold Coast.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gold Coast?
Main departure station: Coomera Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Gold Coast where you can board the train.
All train stations in Gold Coast:
Coomera Train Station
Helensvale Train Station
Ormeau Train Station
Nerang Train Station
Varsity Lakes Train Station
Robina Train Station
Where is the train station in Brisbane?
Main arrival station: International Airport Train Station
Brisbane receives travelers from Gold Coast at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Brisbane:
International Airport Train Station
Airport Train Station
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