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Surfers Paradise to Arundel (Gold Coast): 7 km, 10–15 Min Drive

Both are Gold Coast suburbs in Queensland, Australia. The drive is short and straightforward.

Route

  • Distance: ~7 km (4.3 mi)
  • Time: 10–15 minutes typical; 20+ in peak holiday traffic
  • Main roads: Gold Coast Hwy (State Route 2) → Olsen Ave / Napper Rd → Arundel

Transport Options

Area Context

  • Surfers Paradise: High-rise tourism hub, beach, nightlife, Cavill Ave
  • Arundel: Residential/commercial, HomeBase shopping, Dreamworld/WhiteWater World nearby

Simple trip—traffic is the only variable. Avoid 4–6 PM school/commute peak if possible.

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ModeTimeCostDetails
Car / Rideshare10–15 min$15–25Uber/Ola/DiDi plentiful
Bus (Kinetic/Translink)25–35 min$3–5 (Go card)Route 700/704/745; frequent
Tram (G:link)Not direct-Light rail runs Broadbeach–Helensvale; transfer to bus
Taxi10–15 min$25–35Rank at Surfers; bookable