Transport Options
Whether it’s your first time touching down or you’re a seasoned Gold Coast holidaymaker, we’ve got all the details you need to make travelling to and from Gold Coast Airport easy.
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Uber
Catch your Uber from the designated pick-up zone at the southern end of the terminal, just outside Domestic Arrivals. Need a moment? Relax in the Uber Lounge while sorting your ride.
Ride Share Services
Your ride is just a tap away! Follow the signs to the designated pick-up points curbside near Departures for a smooth and easy journey. Choose your preferred ride share provider and jump straight into holiday mode.
Taxis
Find the taxi rank at the southern end of the terminal, near International Arrivals and across from Rydges Gold Coast Airport. Book with:
13 cabs
Phone: 13 22 27
Website: 13cabs
Black and White Cabs
Phone: 133 222
Website: Black and White Cabs
Airport Transfers
Need to get to Burleigh, Brisbane, or even Noosa? Airport transfer services make it easy for arriving and departing passengers.
Con-X-Ion Transfers: Book your ride at the Con-X-Ion Airport Desk, open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm, or use the E-kiosk for bookings outside these hours.
More details: con-x-ion.com.au
Public Transport Options
Travel with ease using Translink’s integrated public transport network, connecting you to your end destination via buses to local train and tram stations.
Plan your trip at translink.com.au or call 13 12 30 for assistance.
Here’s how you can get around:
Buses
Route 777: A limited-stop service linking Gold Coast Airport to Broadbeach South tram station. From there, hop on the G:link tram to reach Surfers Paradise, Southport, and beyond.
- Runs daily from 5:15am to 11:30pm, with departures every 15 minutes between 6:30am and 8:30pm.
Route 760: Connects Gold Coast Airport to Varsity Lakes Train Station, with departures every 30 minutes.
Trains
From runway to railway in no time! Catch Route 760 from Gold Coast Airport for a quick bus trip to Varsity Lakes Train Station, where frequent trains depart for Brisbane City (Central Station).
Payment Options for Public Transport
All public transport in South East Queensland requires pre-paid tickets.
Choose from:
- Go Card – Pay per trip
- Go Explore Card – Unlimited daily travel
Where to Buy: Purchase or top up your card at WHSmith in Domestic Arrivals, which also offers Go Card and Go Explore Card refunds and expiry date extensions.
Pedal and Park
Cycling to the airport? Bike racks are available in both the long-term and short-term car parks, conveniently located along the main pedestrian walkway.
Need Help?
Got questions about your journey through Gold Coast Airport? We've gathered the top FAQs to help you cruise through the terminal with ease.
Is there public transport available to and from Gold Coast Airport?
Yes. Public buses connect directly to nearby train stations and key locations across the Gold Coast. For more details, visit our Transport page.
Where is the rideshare pick-up zone?
Rideshare pick-up is located outside the terminal in the designated rideshare area.
Can I catch a train to the airport?
While there's no train station at the airport, you can take a bus or shuttle from Varsity Lakes or Helensvale train stations.
