The fastest way from Gold Coast Airport to Southport takes about 70 min, on line 777, L1, with 1 transfer; walking adds about 6 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 777 towards Stockland Burleigh Heads, stop B: board at Gold Coast Airport, alight at Burleigh Heads station, stop A — 4 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line L1 towards Helensvale station, platform 4: board at Burleigh Heads station, platform 1, alight at Nerang Street station, platform 1 — 24 stops, 43 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Gold Coast Airport
The airport in Bilinga near Coolangatta, served by local buses.
Southport
The Gold Coast's CBD on the Broadwater, with the light rail through Scarborough Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Gold Coast Airport to Southport?
A typical trip takes about 70 minutes, of which roughly 6 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Gold Coast Airport to Southport?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 777 + L1, with 1 transfers.
From Gold Coast Airport onward
