Getting from Cavill Avenue to Helensvale takes about 60 min by public transport, on line L1, 723, 709, with 1 transfer, with about 15 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line L1 towards Helensvale station, platform 4: board at Cavill Avenue station, platform 1, alight at Helensvale station, platform 4 — 15 stops, 35 min ride.
- Line 723 towards Coomera station: board at Helensvale stop A, alight at Ridgevale Dr near Mildura Dr — 6 stops, 6 min ride.
- Line 709 towards Sheehan Ave near Nelson Ave: board at Helensvale stop A, alight at Discovery Dr at Ashford Road — 8 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Cavill Avenue
The light-rail stop at the heart of Surfers Paradise, steps from the beach.
Helensvale
A northern suburb where the light rail meets the heavy rail line to Brisbane.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Cavill Avenue to Helensvale?
A typical trip takes about 60 minutes, of which roughly 15 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Cavill Avenue to Helensvale?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is L1 + 723, with 1 transfers.
From Cavill Avenue onward
