Gold Coast & Transfer Info

Discover Gold Coast

Known for iconic surf spots like Surfers Paradise, it attracts visitors with its golden sands, sparkling waves, and perfect year-round climate. Beyond the beaches, the Gold Coast offers thrilling theme parks, including Dreamworld and Sea World, scenic hikes through rainforests in the nearby Hinterland, and a lively nightlife filled with world-class dining and entertainment. Whether you’re after adrenaline, relaxation, or adventure, the Gold Coast promises an unforgettable experience in one of Australia’s most dynamic destinations.


Gold Coast Airport

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is only a 30-minute drive from Gold Coast Airport and a 90-minute drive from Brisbane Airport.
Travellers can make their way to the hotel by shuttle, train, bus, taxi or Uber:

By Taxi/Ride share/Uber

Taxi
A taxi rank is conveniently located at the southern end of the terminal, outside the international arrivals area (opposite Rydges Hotel).
Please refer to https://www.13cabs.com.au or https://www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au for bookings, fares and further information.

Ride Share booking
For pre booked customers, the ride share pick up point is located at the northern end of the Terminal, outside the departures area.

Uber
The Uber pick up point is conveniently located at the southern end of the terminal, outside the domestic arrivals area.

By Bus

These Translink bus services will get you to and from the Gold Coast Airport:

Route 777 is a limited stop service, taking you to Broadbeach South tram station, where you can transfer to the G:link tram and travel to Surfers Paradise, Southport or connect to other bus routes. This service runs every 15 minutes from 7:00am to 7:00pm, seven days a week.
‍Route 760 connects the Gold Coast Airport to Varsity Lakes Train Station, departing half hourly.

Ticket information
‍All public transport services in South East Queensland, only accept pre-paid tickets. So before you travel you will need to buy a go card (where you pay for each trip) or go explore card (unlimited daily travel). These are sold at the Gold Coast Arrival terminal or you can find go card retailers on the Translink website.

By Trains

There are frequent trains from Brisbane City (Central station) to Varsity Lakes Train Station with connections via the 760 bus route to the Gold Coast Airport.

To plan your journey visit translink.com.au or call 13 12 30

By Transfer

Airport transfers are available for arriving and departing passengers.

Con-X-Ion
Passengers can book transfers at the Con-X-Ion Airport Desk.
Hours: 10:00 – 17:00 daily.
An E-kiosk is available to take bookings outside these hours.
www.con-x-ion.com.au

Link Transfers
www.linktransfers.com.au

Car Rental
The Car Rental desks are located opposite the arrivals area.