Top Surfers Paradise Travel: Reviews & Transport Services
Planning a trip to Surfers Paradise? Well, getting around might be something you are mulling over. After all, figuring out transport is a very big piece of the puzzle when it comes to a smooth, fun vacation. From the time you touch down at the airport to zipping between attractions, very good transport connections can make a huge difference. That’s what it’s all about.
1. Con-X-ion Airport Transfers
After a flight, all you likely want to do is arrive at your hotel or condo with as little fuss as is humanly possible, isn’t that so? Con-X-ion Airport Transfers are like your reliable mate, almost, ready to whisk you away from either Brisbane (BNE) or Gold Coast (OOL) Airport to the Gold Coast, in a way. They have scheduled services that seem to run pretty regularly, too, so you often shouldn’t be stuck hanging around for too terribly long.
What really strikes you is that they offer a share-ride service. That’s good to think about if you are okay with making a couple of stops along the way, that. The plus side? That kind of service makes the whole thing easier on your bank balance, typically. And for parties, you know, or those people who just fancy a more direct route, they also can set you up with a private transfer. That, then, will probably be speedier. That might be worth considering if you have several folks with you, especially.
But keep in mind they can get pretty busy. Book way ahead of time, mostly in peak travel times, in order to make sure that they’ve got a spot for you, okay? Read our full review: Con-X-ion Airport Transfers Full Review and Details. See Prices, Availability & Reserve Now (Con-X-ion Airport Transfers)
2. Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle
Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle covers, pretty much, the same kind of service as Con-X-ion, in some respects, with airport transfers from Brisbane and Gold Coast Airports, you see? However, folks mostly find their services to be more helpful if you’re staying at one of the hotels that they service directly, right? What really shines is how easy it is to use the shuttle for reaching places like Sea World, Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, and many of the top resorts in the Gold Coast area.
A good aspect is how much information you are usually able to get right as you book, right? Like schedules and just where to meet the shuttle. That may make everything less headache inducing. Check online for the recent details on what hotels they’re hitting, even, just to see whether your accommodation is on their list, yes? Read our full review: Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle Full Review and Details. See Prices, Availability & Reserve Now (Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle)
3. Surfside Buslines
Surfside Buslines is the name of the regular public bus operator on the Gold Coast, yes? For budget tourists, for tourists not wanting to fork out on ride-shares, or for tourists that are mostly happy moving about like the local folk, then this is a decent option to give a look. They hit just about everywhere. They run services all through Surfers Paradise and out to the other attractions too.
They can often get very busy, very. So that could cause some stress when you are hauling baggage. So download the MyTranslink app in order to peep schedules and maybe, just maybe, plan your travels right when buses are a little less jam packed. That might mean more chillaxing. Also, scope out the Go Explore card, a ticket good for unrestricted trips on Translink buses, trains, and trams. The card might save you a good deal if you plan on getting around plenty. Read our full review: Surfside Buslines Full Review and Details. See Prices, Availability & Reserve Now (Surfside Buslines)
4. Taxis and Ride-Sharing Services
Need something pronto, almost? Both taxis and ride-sharing services, such as Uber and Didi, are really available within Surfers Paradise, basically. They might just get a tad dear at very busy times, kind of, also they might have surge pricing during top times. But then you trade off not having to sweat trying to figure out timetables or routes, don’t you?
Just wait somewhere where it’s cool to wait and keep looking at the app. You usually see very closely how long your driver takes getting to you, so, too, that way you do not have to play the guessing games, so, too. And just in case you are with a pile of folk and clobber, taxis can typically be gotten at taxi ranks near popular spots and hotels. Read our full review: Taxis and Ride-Sharing Services Full Review and Details. See Prices, Availability & Reserve Now (Taxis and Ride-Sharing Services)
5. G:link (Gold Coast Light Rail)
For hitting top spots within Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, you could grab the G:link, right? The light rail system is almost a good move. It also runs very often and can probably be counted on to keep you away from traffic jams. From Helensvale, it now also connects, at some stage, straight out to the train to Brisbane, in some respects, in case anyone wanted an option for accessing Surfers from Brisbane airport by grabbing a train and light rail train and wanted no bus. Which can often be the preference!
Ticketing can very simply be gotten from machines found at all of the stations. If anyone thought about connecting onwards from Brisbane on the train out to the airport, make sure you have planned appropriately, very. Translink really allows you to plan very far in advance, mostly, by the way. Read our full review: G:link (Gold Coast Light Rail) Full Review and Details. See Prices, Availability & Reserve Now (G:link (Gold Coast Light Rail))
