Brisbane to Gold Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Brisbane from Gold Coast?
The distance from Brisbane to Gold Coast is 44.2 miles (71.1 km) as the crow flies. Gold Coast is located SSE of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 48.2 miles, taking about 1h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in Australia.
This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Brisbane and Gold Coast. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Brisbane to Gold Coast
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
- You could travel this distance about 563.6 times to circle the Earth's equator