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Travel The Gold Coast By Public Transport

11 Oct 2019

So you’ve booked a trip to the Gold Coast and need information on how to get around. With a variety of bus, rail and shuttle services on offer, we’ve got all you need to know to jump on board and see the best of the Gold Coast. Read on for tips on how to travel the Gold Coast by public transport.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

There are a few ticket options for passengers travelling around the Gold Coast. The go card is used for Translink buses, trains and the G:link tram. You can buy a go card at any 7-Eleven store, Visitor Information Centres , many Queensland Rail and tram stations, some busway stations and selected newsagents. You can top-up your card at any of those locations, as well as online on the Translink website or by phone. On G:link Trams, Smart Ticketing is available, which means you can pay for travel using contactless debit and credit cards. Simply tap on and off with your VISA, Mastercard, American Express or smart device.

Your fares are automatically calculated in order to provide you with the best fare, including transfer, discounts and any other savings. You can buy a single paper ticket which is valid for one-way journeys only. These tickets can be used within a 2-hour time frame and can be purchased on board buses and fare machines. The SEEQ card is specifically for tourists travelling around South East Queensland on the TransLink network.

If you have just arrived at the Gold Coast Airport , you can take the route 761 or 777 bus and within 45 minutes you will arrive at Ferny Avenue in Surfers Paradise . If you are looking for something a bit easier, the Gold Coast Tourist Shuttle provides door-to-door services. Alternatively, taxis are always available directly outside the terminal. 

One of the best options for travellers though is a Gold Coast go explore card. It allows visitors unlimited daily travel everywhere on the tram, trains and bus services from just $10 per day or $5 for kids.

TRAVEL BY TRAM

Tram frequency to all stations is categorised by weekdays and weekends. During peak periods (7am to 7pm) trams run every 7.5 minutes on weekdays and every 10 minutes on weekends. Outside of peak times, the trams run every 15 minutes, with the exception of between midnight and 5am where they run every half an hour on weekends.  

Cypress Avenue

With trams passing through the Gold Coast so frequently, it’s never been so easy to see the sights and enjoy some great activities. Some highlights along the tracks of Cypress Avenue include…

The Wax Museum

Have you ever wanted to meet the royal family? Or the Kardashians? People we know from history, movie stars, scientists, explorers, royalty, villains and even world leaders have all been transformed into startling realism and dressed in authentically reproduced outfits. It’s certainly a must-see. 

Located on Ferny Ave in Surfers Paradise, the Wax Museum is open 7 days from 10am to 6pm. 

Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre

As one of the few precincts that offer shopping, bars and restaurants, the Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre is a tourist favourite to chill out and explore many new eateries and fashion boutiques. Plus, they offer 2 hours of free parking and free WIFI through the centre.

Within the Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre, there is a special place where you can be transported into a 30-minute journey. Special effects, illusions and hallucinogenic music will have you wanting to come back for more. This futuristic maze-like fun-house is great fun for all ages.

Located on the corner of Surfers Paradise Blvd and Elkhorn Ave, Infinity  is open 10am-10pm daily.

Betty’s Burgers

Crisp fried Portobello mushrooms filled with melted gouda and gruyére cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Betty’s special sauce… say no more! Such a classic place, serving the freshest and most mouth-watering burgers. This eatery is another must when visiting Surfers Paradise.

Located on Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Betty’s Burgers is open from 10.30am-9.30pm each day.

Cavill Avenue

As the hotspot of Surfers Paradise, there is nothing that you can’t find on Cavill Avenue. From the hottest clubs, restaurants, bars and attractions including the iconic Surfers Paradise sign, this is one stop on the tram that you don’t want to miss.

Hard Rock Caf é

Fancy American cuisine? Eat, drink and unwind at Hard Rock. Located in the most central spot, it features an indoor dining room and bar, as well as a balcony with outdoor seating. Once inside, you also can’t forget the retail store with all the collectable Hard Rock gear. The fun part is after your meal you can stroll through their collection of music history from great all-time legends.

Located on the corner of Cavill Ave and Surfers Paradise Blvd, the Hard Rock Caf é restaurant is open 12pm-late and its shop is open 10am-10pm.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

Robert Ripley scoured the world in search of unusual and bizarre things… and decided to put it into a museum. Sounds like fun? Some examples of what you may experience or see: rare shrunken heads, dinosaur eggs, a man that is 8”11… Intended for those who enjoy fantastically weird things.

Located on Cavill Ave, Ripley’s Believe it or Not is open 9am-10pm daily.

Surfers Paradise

Looking to experience more great local attractions? Only one tram stop south is a little haven of tranquillity, where you can dine and chill in a more sophisticated manner.

King Tutt’s Putt Putt

Indoor and outdoor Putt Putt – say no more. Three individually themed 18-hole mini golf courses… all available in the heart of Gold Coast. Try your hand at the ultimate mini-hole challenge. And better still, it’s also decorated in ancient Egypt décor and has glow in the dark caves with Jurassic dinosaurs.

Located on the corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Pandanus Ave, King Tutt’s Putt Putt is open daily from 9am-9pm.

Longboards Eatery and Bar

Positioned under the Q1 building, Longboards is one of the best places in town for ribs. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, you can compete in the “Phat Bastard Burger Challenge”. It’s a laidback venue, perfect to chill out with the family and a cool place for a Sunday Sesh or a long lunch with friends.

Located at the base of Q1 Resort & Spa , Longboards Laidback Eatery and Bar is open from 11am until late – table reservations can be made online . 

TRAVEL BY BUS

Some bus services finish at the Broadbeach South tram station, where you may transfer onto a connecting tram to complete your journey. There are more than 60 bus routes in the city including seven ‘turn up and go services’ that operate every 15 minutes or better, seven days a week. Route 777 connects the Broadbeach  South light rail station with the southern end of the Gold Coast , travelling all the way to the Gold Coast airport at Coolangatta . 

Go for a swim at some of the nation’s best beaches, or go explore on foot and find a café with a good vibe in one of the trendy coastal suburbs like Mermaid Beach , Miami , Burleigh  and Palm Beach .

Better yet, hop on a connecting bus to Coolangatta for The Strand Coolangatta , Coolangatta Beach, Kirra  Beach, Snapper Rocks , Greenmount Beach , Kirra Hill and much more. Coolangatta also offers plenty of adrenaline sports, night-time entertainment as well as bars and clubs.

TRAVEL BY HEAVY RAIL

Queensland Rail trains connect major centres on the Gold Coast including Helensvale , Nerang , Robina  and Varsity Lakes  and also serve Ormeau and Coomera . Trains run at regular intervals to and from Brisbane with bus connections to Surfers Paradise, Southport and Broadbeach. From Helensvale train station you can go south to Varsity Lakes, or north on the AirTrain all the way to Brisbane Airport.

FREE SHUTTLE SERVICES

Did you know there are also free transport services? Th e following shuttles will help carry all your goodies back to your hotel, get you to the next Suns AFL game and even your next race day.

Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre

With brand names like Ralph Lauren, Victoria’s Secret, Coach, Calvin Klein, UGG Australia, Hugo Boss and Nike… how can you say no? It’s also Australia’s largest outlet shopping centre, so you’re bound to bag a bargain.

Available to tourists only, this shuttle operates twice per day, 7 days-a-week with an additional daily service running in December, January and April. Shuttle pick-up points are located at 4 convenient locations in Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, with pick-ups starting from 9:15am to 10:30am, and return transfers at 2pm till 5pm daily. Simply book online.

GC Turf Club

No booking required, just check out their timetable . It’s Race day travel made easy. This courtesy bus is available to patrons of the weekend races, travelling to all stops between Tweed Heads  to Surfers Paradise. Recently, they began operating bus services to Runaway Bay , Harbour Town and Southport .

Metricon Stadium

See the local AFL Gold Coast Suns play at Metricon Stadium.

Free transport is available for ticket holders every game day. As long as you have your valid event ticket, you get to travel for free with Translink (Surfside buses, Queensland Rail and tram services) both to and from the event.  For more information on pick up points and schedules for Metricon, click here .

And if all else fails and you change your mind about public transport altogether? There’s a number of hire and private transfer options  to choose from, to help you get around the Gold Coast. 

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Lilit Karapetyan

Having travelled since she was 1 month old after being born in Armenia, Lilit has been infected with the travel blog since. Spending most of her life living freezing in Moscow and Toronto, she graduated from her business degree in Canada and fled to Australia to see sunshine for the first time. Proud to call the Gold Coast home, Lilit is constantly on the search for the best attractions, restaurants, bars, and accommodation.

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From theme parks to shopping, surfing to ancient rainforest, here’s how to make the most of the Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast's star attraction is its beaches, including the world-renowned stretch of sand at Surfers Paradise. Beyond the beaches, discover laid-back neighbourhoods, a booming culinary scene and the Gold Coast's famous theme parks. And be sure to leave enough time for a trip into the subtropical hinterland for rainforest walks and waterfalls.

The Gold Coast can be reached by international and domestic air travel into two nearby airports.

• Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is 30km (19mi) from the city and services domestic and international arrivals
• Brisbane International Airport (BNE) is 80km (50mi) from the city and services domestic and international arrivals
• Once you have landed at either airport, you can easily hire cars or catch taxis, rideshares and shuttle services to the city centre

The Gold Coast is serviced by a variety of dependable trains, buses, taxis and ferries. When using public transport, be sure to get a go card as this electronic ticket can be used for transport services in South East Queensland.

With about 300 sunny days a year, you're likely to get good weather on the Gold Coast any time you visit. Soak up the tropical rays of summer or enjoy crisp winter days with cooler mornings and evenings. Although the climate here is temperate, expect the hinterland areas to be cooler than the beaches.

• High season: Summer holidays (November to January)
• Low season: Autumn, winter, early spring (March to August)
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Travellers with accessibility needs will love exploring the Gold Coast, which offers a range of accessible accommodation and experiences .

• Arrival: Gold Coast Airport caters to travellers with accessibility needs , including  hidden disabilities .
• Getting around: The G:link tram system is a handy way to travel between key locations, with all services and stations accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
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• Helpful resources: Find accessible facilities with the City of Gold Coast’s detailed mobility maps .

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How To Get Around Gold Coast

The East Coast Australian city of Gold Coast is the perfect place to get away from it all. Located just south of Brisbane in South East Queensland, this coastal city has long been known as the perfect place to take a beach vacation. After all, it's no accident one of the city's major suburbs goes by the name of Surfers Paradise. It's also home to theme parks, museums, incredible restaurants, and unmissable things to do at night . In short, whatever you like to do, chances are good you'll find it here.

But despite its wealth of activities and attractions, Gold Coast isn't a large city. That's part of its laid-back appeal, and it means you shouldn't have too much trouble figuring out how to get around. Thanks to the presence of so many national parks, driving is a popular option in Gold Coast, and you'll find plenty of rental car options in and around the city. But if you prefer not to drive, Gold Coast transport options can get you just about anywhere you want to go without getting behind the wheel.

However, public transportation isn't the best place to be carrying heavy bags with you. Drop off your unneeded luggage at a Bounce luggage storage in Gold Coast , and you'll find it much easier to use the public transport system to get around.

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How to get around Gold Coast by train

Gold Coast itself is home to six different train stations, all connected by Gold Coast's train system which connects to the larger Queensland Rail Network. This train line makes it easy to get to Brisbane and visit some of the attractions there, and it's also a useful way to get to the north of the city where the major theme parks such as Dreamworld and Movie World are. If you're arriving in Gold Coast by train from Brisbane, Robina or Varsity Lakes stations are probably your best bet, although Nerang Station is also very convenient for the north part of the city. Varsity Lakes, located in Burleigh Heads, is the last station on the Gold Coast Line, and a train from Brisbane's Central Station to there takes around an hour and twenty minutes.

On the other hand, if you're trying to get to the city from Gold Coast Airport, you'll be glad to hear there are bus connections. Route 777 takes you from the airport to Broadbeach South station, and from there you can easily hop on a G:link tram to Surfers Paradise or Southport. The tram runs every 15 minutes from 7 AM to 7 PM, making it a hugely convenient way to get to the city from Gold Coast Airport.

Gold Coast Airport is also connected to Queensland Rail via Surfside bus 760. This bus will take you to Varsity Lakes train station, and from there you can help on the Gold Coast line to Brisbane.

Once you're in the city itself, the G:link light rail system provides a convenient and cost-effective way to get around. The tram operates on a single line of 19 stations, running from Helensvale in the north to Broadbeach South. Along the way, it connects significant destinations like Griffith University , Southport, Main Beach , and Surfers Paradise. Bear in mind that Gold Coast is Australia's fastest-growing city, and so the public transport infrastructure is struggling to keep up with this rapid growth. You can expect busy trams at peak times, so be patient and be ready to give up your seat to passengers who need it more. The light rail network is currently being expanded to better serve the city, so keep an eye out on the Translink website for service updates.

If you plan on doing a lot of travel in the region, it might be a good idea to pick up a Gold Coast go explore card. You can purchase these at the airport or at convenience stores through the city, and for AU$10 per day, they allow unlimited travel on the city's bus and tram network. This is certainly a lot easier than fumbling with loose change every time you get on a tram, and a go card is easy to use and more environmentally friendly than a paper ticket. If you don't choose to use a go card, you can buy a tram ticket at one of the machines that are in every tram station. The machines accept credit cards as well as cash, but since a single adult one-zone ticket costs $4.60, the go card pays for itself very quickly.

Trams in Gold Coast operate on an honor system, meaning it's possible to board a tram without a ticket. However, there are regular inspections to check the validity of tickets, and if you're caught without one, you could face a heavy fine. Besides, it's never a good idea when visiting the city to flout the local laws. Be a good guest and pay for your ticket like the locals do.

How to get around Gold Coast by bus

If the tram network won't take you where you want to go, Gold Coast's best network almost certainly will. Translink operates the city's bus network as well as the G:link trams, so a single ticket will work on either method of transport.

Gold Coast's public transport system is part of the wider Brisbane area network, and so it operates on a zone system, with Brisbane CBD occupying Zone One. If you're sticking to Gold Coast, you'll find that most of the city is in Zone Five, with only the South portion including Varsity Lakes station located in Zone Six. North of Helensvale, you'll be entering Zone Four. Make sure you have a valid ticket or go card for as many zones as you intend to travel. Note that South East Queensland bus services are cashless, so if you want to pay for your ticket in cash, you'll need to buy it from a convenience store or ticketing machine before boarding the bus.

How to get around Gold Coast by boat

Ultimately, Gold Coast is a coastal city, so your transit options aren't restricted to land-based vehicles. As well as buses and trams, a number of different operators run ferries and boats to help you access more of the region. For instance, the City of Gold Coast has partnered with a private tour operator to run the Hopo ferry . The ferry runs through the waterways of the city, connecting some of Gold Coast's most important locations such as SeaWorld, Marina Mirage, HOTA or Home of the Arts , and Appel Park in Surfers Paradise, where you can do some of the best shopping in Gold Coast. This is an excellent way to see more of the city in the most relaxing way possible, and you also get a taste of the sun and sea air as you travel from place to place.

The ferry operates on a hop-on-hop-off basis, so you can disembark wherever you like and jump back on the ferry when you're done exploring. You can purchase tickets online or on the ferry itself. No advance bookings are required, and seats are awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. A day pass costs AU$25 for anyone over the age of 14, and a family ticket for two adults and two children is AU$68. You can also buy a single ticket for five Australian dollars that will cover one zone, and a two-zone ticket for AU$10.

As well as Hopo, you'll find lots of ferries connecting Gold Coast with more far-flung locations in the area. You could visit Stradbroke Island using the region's ferry services, or take a boat trip up to Byron Bay and even enjoy some whale watching on the way. No matter where you're going, traveling by boat is a relaxing and scenic way to see some of the best locations in the city and enjoy the natural scenery of Queensland along the way.

How to get around Gold Coast by car

This popular vacation destination is fairly easy to get around by car. And if you're planning on visiting some of the stunning national parks near Gold Coast, driving may be the best way to do it. You'll find plenty of car rental agencies at Gold Coast airport and within the city itself. There are also taxis and ridesharing companies that can help reduce the cost of traveling by car in the city.

If you're visiting from outside Australia, one of the most important things to remember about driving here is that cars drive on the left. That means the steering wheel may not be where you expect it to be, and the driver will sit on the right side of the car. Although this can feel strange if you're not used to it, most people get comfortable with it pretty quickly. Still, it might be a good idea to rent an automatic car so that you don't have to worry about changing gears with your left hand.

In most areas of Gold Coast itself, you'll need to observe a speed limit of 50 km/h unless otherwise specified. Also, keep an eye out for cyclists, as the city is incredibly popular for getting around on two wheels. The Gold Coast Highway makes it easy to travel from one area of the city to another, and get out of the city to explore the Queensland backcountry. In fact, Queensland is an excellent destination for road trips, so don't be afraid to pick up a car rental and let yourself really explore the area. And if you brought your own car to Gold Coast, even better!

Can I get around Gold Coast on foot?

As a city of suburbs, you wouldn't expect Gold Coast to be especially walkable. The truth is, it has been declared the eighth most walkable city in Australia, which isn't too bad all things considered. But ultimately, this is a city of neighborhoods, and some are more walkable than others. For example, Surfers Paradise contains many of the top museums in Gold Coast along with some of the best restaurants and nightlife, and if you choose to stay here, you can easily get around on foot. Broadbeach is also very walkable, but you may need to hop on public transit to get some of Gold Coast's best attractions.

You could also consider getting around on two wheels. Bike hire in the city is affordable, easy, and available just about everywhere, and you'll find plenty of bike lanes that let you get around the city. Enjoy the weather and see more of Gold Coast, and you'll also be getting in some great exercise while you do it.

Getting around a new city can often be challenging. But thanks to an extensive public transport network that includes trains, light rail, buses, and boats, Gold Coast has plenty of options for getting around. In this fast-growing city, public transit can often be crowded, but take your time and bring your patience with you, and you shouldn't have too much trouble taking advantage of public transport here.

You may need to bring your patience, but that doesn't mean you should bring everything else. Drop off your luggage at a Bounce luggage storage in the Gold Coast, and you'll be ready to get around the city the way the locals do and enjoy everything this Queensland gem has to offer.

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Checking Tickets

Travelling without a valid ticket is an offense and carries a heavy penalty. The fine for travelling without a valid ticket is $309.

The  go  card is TransLink’s electronic ticket to fast, easy and convenient travel in S.E Queensland. It is cheaper than the cost of a paper ticket and allows travel on all TransLink services; train, bus, ferry and tram. It is available in four rider classes.

Adult:  15 years of age and older.

Child:  Between the ages of 5 and 14 years old.

Concession:  For those in possession of an approved, Australian pension or concession card.

Senior:  For those in possession of an Australian Seniors card.

go cards can be purchased from a range of locations including:

• go  card online
• selected retailers
• many G:link and busway stations
• Queensland Rail stations during  ticket office opening hours

Remember to touch your  go  card to a card reader on the station platform, at the beginning and end, of each trip.

If transferring between different modes of transport (between bus, tram or train) please ensure you touch your card to a card reader at the beginning and end of each trip,  with  that mode of transport. For example, if travelling with bus and tram, touch your card to the card reader on board the bus when you enter, and when you exit the bus. Once at a tram station, touch your card, again, to a card reader on our platform at the beginning of your trip before you board the tram, and when you exit the tram at the end of your trip with the G:.

Every public transport operator in SEQ operates under  TransLink’s fare and zone system.   It does not cost more to transfer between transport modes, your  go  card simply needs to register when you start and end each part of your trip, on each mode of transport.

For more information on  go  cards, fares and retailers visit  TransLink  or call 13 12 30.

go explore  Gold Coast  cards are an easy way of seeing the Gold Coast and offer visitors and tourists’ freedom, flexibility and value for money. Adult and child passes are available ($10 and $5) and allow travel on Gold Coast buses and trams for the day until 3am.  Go explore  Gold Coast cards can be purchased from 7/11 stores and can be topped up at the ticket machines on our stations, or at 7/11 stores.

For more information on  go explore  Gold Coast cards, fares and retailers visit  Translink  or call 13 12 30.

Smart Ticketing: If you are paying an adult fare you can use Smart Ticketing by tapping on and off using a contactless Visa, Mastercard or American Express card, smartphone, or smart watch across the entire G:link network. Continue to use your go card or purchase paper tickets if you wish to travel on a concession fare.

Paper tickets  are available for single, one-way trips. If travelling from any station on the G:, to any other station, select zone 5 for your travel. You can buy tickets for multiple people by selecting the ‘Group’ option on the main screen of our ticket machines. The ticket machines will prompt you to select how many passengers are travelling, and what rider class they fall under.

The cost to travel from any station on the G:, to any other station is $5.10 for an adult paper ticket as at 10 January 2023. It is the same cost whether you travel for only one station or from one end of G:link to the other, as the ticketing system operates by transport zones.

For more information on ticketing, fares or to plan your journey visit  TransLink  or call 13 12 30.

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Students enrolled at California Lutheran University, California State University Channel Islands, Moorpark College, Oxnard College or Ventura College are FREE to ride any public transit bus in Ventura County. Students are required to show the driver or tap their school ID in order to board for free.

Flexible Services

ACCESS Paratransit   ( ADA certified or Senior)  – $3 each way ACCESS ZONES (temporary disability) – Starts at $3. Late Night Safe Rides (Anyone age 16+) – $2 each way Rides to Your COVID-19 Vaccine – FREE

Fare Policies

Reduced & free fares.

Gold Coast Transit District offers free or discounted fares to small children, youth, college students, seniors, Veterans, Medicare recipients and persons with disabilities.  When boarding the bus, you must show the driver the correct type of ID for the discounted fare categories.

Free Transfers

If your trip requires the use of more than one bus to reach your destination, you may ask the driver for a free transfer when you pay your fare.  Transfers are valid for unlimited rides for 2 hours.  The expiration time will be printed on the back of the ticket.  Transfers are not issued with unlimited ride passes such as the Day-Pass or 31-Day Pass.  

Cash Fare Overpayment

A Farebox Credit will be issued to the passenger by the farebox when an overage is paid. The balance will be printed on the back of the ticket. Each time you ride thereafter, insert the Farebox Credit into the Farebox and the balance will be applied to your fare. Be sure to notify the bus operator which fare category you pay, standard or reduced fare, before inserting your farebox credit. GCTD is not responsible for lost, torn, bent or damaged farebox credits.

Regional Bus & Rail Connections

To help you travel farther, we accept the following regional bus and rail agency passes and transfers. Passes subject to change by issuing agency.

• GOVCBus Pass
• VCTC 31-Day Pass
• VCTC Red 1-Ride “Agency” Pass
• VCTC Transfers
• Ojai Trolley Transfers
• Valley Express Transfers
• Metrolink & Amtrak ticket (show printed or mobile ticket to driver) Valid for same day travel to or from a rail station.

Terms & Conditions

All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges are permitted. A 31-Day is valid for one person to ride for 31 consecutive days starting from the date of first use. Reduced Fare pass and ticket holders must prepared to show proper ID or proof of eligibility. Possession and care of ticket is the responsibility of the ticket holder. GCTD is not responsible for replacement of damaged, lost, or stolen tickets or farebox credits. Bus schedules, routes, equipment, and fares are subject to change.  Advance notice will be provided.

Free & Reduced Fare ID Cards

Gold Coast Transit District issues photo identification cards for persons with disabilities, Youth 18 and under, Seniors 65+ and 75+ Free. To obtain a GCTD Reduced Fare photo ID Card, passengers must meet the following criteria.

Free & Reduced Fair Eligibility

Gold Coast Transit District offers free or discounted fares to small children, youth, seniors, Medicare recipients and persons with disabilities. For certain categories, an ID is required upon boarding to prove eligibility. More details below:

• Youth (18 and under): FREE. No ID required in most cases. Older youth should be prepared to show an ID to prove eligibility.
• College Students : FREE. Current College Issued ID Required.
• Senior 65+: Half off the regular fare. Proof of age required upon boarding or GCTD-issued Reduced Fare ID Card.
• Senior 75+: FREE. Proof of age or Gold Coast Transit- issued 75+ ID card.
• Medicare, Social Security Insurance (SSI) Recipients: Half off the regular fare. Valid Medicare card or ADA ID required upon boarding.
• Persons with Disabilities: Half off the regular fare. Gold Coast Transit Reduced Fare ID Card or ADA ID required upon boarding.
• Veterans: Half off the regular fare. Valid Veterans Administration Card, CA Drivers License with Veterans Designation or government issued document showing proof of Veteran status with photo ID.

GCTD Free or Reduced Fare ID Card

Eligibility & application instructions.

Gold Coast Transit District issues photo identification cards for youth, persons with disabilities, Seniors 65+ and Seniors 75+. To obtain a GCTD photo ID Card, passengers must meet the following criteria:

• Proof of age
• Reduced Fare ID Card Application - English | Spanish Must be completed by one of the following: a physician, a licensed medical professional, a licensed optometrist (for visual impairments), or a counselor/social worker (representing a recognized organization for people with disabilities).
• Valid Medicare card or ADA ID
• Valid Veterans Administration Card, CA Drivers License with Veterans Designation or government issued document showing proof of Veteran status with photo ID..

To receive your GCTD Free or Reduced fare ID card, bring your required documentation to our Customer Service Center at the Oxnard Transit Center.

Once issued, if your GCTD Free or Reduced Fare ID card is lost, a replacement fee of $1.00 will be charged.

How To Buy A Pass

Button list, regional transit pass (vcbuspass).

The regional transit card, VCbuspass, is accepted on GCTD's fixed route buses.  The cards can be purchased at GCTD's Customer Service Center. 

Learn more about this new pass type, including how it works and where to buy, here.

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About active school travel.

Our Active School Travel (AST) program is a free program for Gold Coast primary schools. Schools that join the program receive a suite of resources including free toolkits, incentives and support to enable students, parents, carers and teachers to:

• re-mode by swapping the car for walking, wheeling and public transport
• reduce car trips by carpooling or combining trips
• re-route to take a slightly different route to avoid congested roads
• re-time school-related trips, consider dropping children earlier or picking them up later.

Active travel is the best way to get to and from school on the Gold Coast. When school communities actively travel, children feel empowered, there is less traffic on our roads and less pollution in our environment.

The Active School Travel team are currently recruiting new Primary schools and High schools to join the program in 2025!

If your school is interested in joining the Active Travel Program, please contact the team at [email protected]

Calling all artists!

Our ART-AST competition is back for 2024!

Enter for your chance to win a $200 Smiggle gift card (terms and conditions apply).

How to enter

Download the template and enter online an A3 landscape artwork celebrating active school travel themes including:

• catching public transport
• road safety.

For your chance to win great prizes and be named as ART-AST of the year!

Download the 2024 ART-AST competition template (PDF, 112KB)

• Junior: Prep and Year 1 students
• Intermediate: Year 2 and Year 3 students
• Senior: Year 4 to Year 6 students

Competition opens:  15 April 2024 Competition closes:  14 June 2024

Download the  2024 ART-AST Competition terms and conditions (PDF, 129KB)

Benefits of active travel

Since our program's inception, thousands of families have been walking and wheeling their way to school, having fun, making friends, and helping the environment.

Our active travel communities enjoy:

• healthier children
• safer school zones
• increased concentration in students
• making friends (students and parents)
• learning life-long skills
• a connected community
• resources and skills to empower the community
• reduced traffic around school
• helping the environment.

See our Active School Travel program snapshot (PDF, 646KB)

Hear from our junior active travellers about what they enjoy doing when getting to and from school.

Principals, teachers & school staff

The Active School Travel program is an educational program that empowers children and school communities to get moving safely. The program fast tracks skills so that students can safely walk, wheel and BUS IT to school while also learning about the environment, health and wellbeing.

Structured educational programs that expose children to practical traffic situations include:

Riding Rulz bike skills

The Riding Rulz bike skills program for Year 5 and 6 students aims to encourage students to ride to school and to have the skills, confidence and experience to ride safely. The training provides children with invaluable riding skills and lays the foundation for independent travel choices.

Police Citizen Youth Club bike skills

Bike skills training for Year 4 students is held at Ashmore PCYC. Year 4 students benefit from an excursion to learn basic bike skills and important road safety information.

BUS IT Bus skills workshops

The workshops aim to build students' road and bus safety skills, confidence, and proper bus etiquette and include a Surfside bus ride.

Research suggests that children who start their day by walking or riding to school find it easier to concentrate for up to four hours after their journey.

If your school is interested in learning more about the Active School Travel program, please contact the team at  [email protected]

Parents & carers

Actively travelling with your children helps create lifelong memories and time for important conversations. Parents and carers play a critical role in influencing children's positive road behaviour when engaging in active school travel. Even making a change once a week can make a significant difference to school-related congestion.

If your child is enrolled in an Active School Travel school, you may also consider joining the school's Active School Travel Committee (ASTC) to help lead and promote the program within the school community. Contact your school to see how you can help.

Nationally, there are a number of events you may wish to participate in too,  Day for Daniel ,  National Ride2School Day  and  National Walk Safely to School Day .

Registered AST Schools

Registered Active School Travel schools follow a structured program facilitated by the City of Gold Coast. If your school is interested in learning more about the Active School Travel program, please contact the team at [email protected] .

Access to registered AST school content is via the AST Online resources Hub, contact your AST Engagement Officer for assistance.

AST Remote Learning

To help children who are required to learn remotely, please download:

Active School Travel – Remote Learning booklet (PDF, 1MB)

AST Fundamentals Program

For schools who are not yet registered with the Active School travel Program but would like to start learning more about active school travel, please find some educational resources below:

AST fact sheets

• AST Modes of transport (PDF, 514KB)
• Walking to and from school (PDF, 595KB)
• Wheeling to and from school (PDF, 518KB)
• Carpooling to and from school (PDF, 519KB)
• Public transport to and from school (PDF, 659KB)
• Collecting active travel data (PDF, 595KB)
• Why events, rewards and recognition counts (PDF, 204KB)

Road safety fact sheets

Our new road safety fact sheet brochures offer advice for families to support their children in learning and practicing road safety, and basic principles children can follow when actively travelling around roads.

• School zone road safety fact sheet – for motorists (PDF, 477KB)
• School zone road safety fact sheet – for active travellers (PDF, 627KB)
• School zone road safety fact sheet – for families (PDF, 306KB)

AST case studies

• Caningeraba State School (PDF, 507KB)
• Helensvale State School (PDF, 580KB)
• Highland Reserve State School (PDF, 591KB)
• Hine Luis (PDF, 455KB)
• Upper Coomera State College (PDF, 413KB)

Active travel stories

Professional Gold Coast artist Amelia Batchelor created legacy murals for Arundel State School, Jubilee Primary School, Mudgeeraba State School and Coomera State School to celebrate their second year of participation in the City of Gold Coast Active School Travel Program.

Amelia worked in consultation with each school to design and install a mural that not only encourages children to travel actively and safely to and from school but also reflects their school surroundings, and school values.

VCAST video competition

Learn about Active School Travel from the schools that have benefited.

Watch our 2023 video entries:

• Arundel State School Active School Travel
• Coomera State School Active School Travel

Road safety for Active School Travel

Road safety around schools is everyone’s responsibility. Understanding and following road safety rules in and around school zones helps to keep our school communities safe.

Traffic and parking rules in school zones help to optimise traffic movement and make school zones safer places for children.

The City of Gold Coast is responsible for enforcing parking rules, and offers community education programs to support safe active travel, including road safety skill programs for primary school age students.

Download our School zone road rules brochure (PDF, 477KB)

Road safety awareness builds important life skills essential to everyone. To protect them for life, children should begin road safety education from an early age and continue to be reinforced through to young adulthood and beyond.

STOP, LOOK, LISTEN & THINK

A helpful strategy that supports children to cross the road safely.

• STOP one step back from the footpath or shoulder of the road if there is no footpath
• LOOK in all directions for approaching traffic
• LISTEN in all directions for approaching traffic
• THINK about whether it is safe to cross the road – when the road is clear, or all traffic has stopped. When crossing, walk straight across the road. Keep LOOKING and LISTENING for traffic while crossing.

Our active travel schools

We have so many schools that we have worked with to make Active School Travel a success, we want to give a shout out to these schools!

View schools

• Coombabah State School
• Currumbin State School
• Kings Christian College Pimpama
• Springbrook State School
• Picnic Creek State School
• St Brigid's Primary School
• Ashmore State School
• Coomera Springs State School
• Gainsborough State School
• Gilston State School
• Highland Reserve State School
• Pimpama State School
• Tallebudgera State School
• Nerang State School
• Norfolk Village State School
• St Joseph’s College
• William Duncan State School
• Worongary State School
• Arundel State School
• Coomera State School
• Foxwell State Secondary College
• Jubilee Primary School
• Mudgeeraba State School
• Southport State High School
• Caningeraba State School
• Clover Hill State School
• Mudgeeraba Creek State School
• St Andrews Lutheran College
• Upper Coomera State College
• Emmanuel College
• Surfers Paradise State School
• Coomera Rivers State School
• Elanora State School
• Helensvale State School
• Merrimac State School
• Oxenford State School
• Robina State School
• St Brigid's Catholic Primary
• St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary
• Varsity College Primary Campus
• Miami State School
• Guardian Angels Primary School
• Southport State School
• Labrador State School
• Park Lake State School

If you are interested in learning more about the Active School Travel program, please contact the team:

Phone: 07 5581 6767 Email: [email protected]

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MAP COMPLETION

• 1 Zone Story Quests
• 2 Wayshrines
• 3 Cave Delver
• 4 Points of Interest
• 5 Pathfinder
• 6 Set Stations
• 7 World Bosses
• 8 Skyshard Hunter
• 9.1 Biographies
• 9.2 Legends of Nirn
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Zone Story Quests [ edit ]

Zone Story Quests are the main story arc for the zone. Completing these quests can award you with skill points, experience, gold, and gear.

Wayshrines [ edit ]

Wayshrines allow free, instantaneous travel between wayshrines that have been discovered and unlocked. You can also travel directly to any unlocked wayshrine from anywhere in the world for a small amount of gold.

Cave Delver [ edit ]

Delves are solo-able dungeons found throughout the world. Delves will always contain a single skyshard and a boss who drops item set gear.

Points of Interest [ edit ]

Points of Interest are self-contained stories that explore the lore, characters, and locations within a zone. These can award you with experience, gold, and gear.

Pathfinder [ edit ]

Striking Locales are places of interest within the world. Discovering all of the Striking Locales in a zone will award that zone's Pathfinder achievement.

Set Stations [ edit ]

Set Stations are locations in the world where you can craft items with specific item set bonuses.

World Bosses [ edit ]

World Bosses are difficult enemies meant to be tackled by a group of adventurers. Defeating a world boss can award you higher tier gear.

Skyshard Hunter [ edit ]

Skyshards are scattered throughout the world and can be identified by the bright beam of white light they emanate. Discovering three Skyshards will grant you a skill point, which can be used to unlock or morph new abilities.

Shalidor's Library Books [ edit ]

Shalidor's Library Books are scattered throughout the world. These books are identified by their distinctive purple glow. Discovering these books will improve your Mages Guild rank and advance the associated skill line.

Biographies [ edit ]

• Trials of Saint Alessia — Excerpt from a greater work detailing the creation of the Amulet of Kings

Legends of Nirn [ edit ]

• The Adabal-a by Morihaus — The memoirs of Morihaus, consort to Alessia and Taker of the Citadel
• The Cleansing of the Fane — Fragmented script from a member of the Alessian Order

Myths of the Mundus [ edit ]

• Sithis — On Sithis, the start of the house

Poetry and Song [ edit ]

• Flesh to Cut from Bone — A sea shanty
• Proper-Life: Three Chants — Marching songs of the Alessian Order

Tamriel History [ edit ]

• Ayleid Inscriptions Translated by Beredalmo the Signifier — A series of Ayleid phrases and their translations
• Eulogy for Emperor Varen by Lord Abnur Tharn , Chancellor of the Elder Council — A lament for a dead emperor
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When is New Zealand Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans on and what time does it start? New Zealand Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans will take place on Thursday 25th April, 2024 - 05:00 (UK)

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What channel is New Zealand Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans on? Sky Sports Arena will be televising selected NRL games in the UK and you can find their schedule here . For Australian broadcasters, you can find a list here

Where can I stream New Zealand Warriors vs Gold Coast Titans ? If televised on Sky Sports, then subscribers will be able to stream the match live via Sky Go. Alternatively, the match will be available to subscribers of Watch NRL

THE TEAM NEWS

NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS

• New Zealand Warriors failed to win for the second game in succession as they fell to a disappointing loss at the hands of St. George Illawarra Dragons last week.
• The Kiwi side were no match for the Dragons in that game and while they have utility Dylan Walker back on deck for this one, they have lost Kurt Capewell to a throat injury.

Starting 13: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Rocco Berry 4. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 5. Marcelo Montoya 6. Te Maire Martin 7. Shaun Johnson 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Wayde Egan 10. Mitchell Barnett 11. Jackson Ford 12. Jacob Laban 13. Tohu Harris Bench: 14. Dylan Walker 15. Tom Ale 16. Zyon Maiu'u 17. Paul Roache Reserves: 18. Adam Pompey 20. Taine Tuaupiki 21. Ali Leiataua 22. Edward Kosi 23. Tanner Stowers-Smith

GOLD COAST TITANS

• Gold Coast Titans remain winless in this season’s NRL but produced one of their better showings as they pushed Manly Sea Eagles all the way in their most recent outing.
• The Titans looked a lot better with the ball as they posted 30 points but still need to fix up their defensive efforts with head coach Des Hasler sticking with the same 17 that featured in that contest.

Starting 13: 1. AJ Brimson 2. Alofiana Khan-Pereira 3. Brian Kelly 4. Harley Smith-Shields 5. Jojo Fifita 6. Tanah Boyd 7. Kieran Foran 8. Moeaki Fotuaika 9. Chris Randall 10. Jaimin Jolliffe 11. David Fifita 12. Beau Fermor 13. Klese Haas Bench: 14. Sam Verrills 15. Erin Clark 16. Isaac Liu 17. Josiah Pahulu Reserves: 18. Joe Stimson 19. Tony Francis 20. Aaron Schoupp 21. Keano Kini 22. Jacob Alick-wiencke

THE PREDICTION

New Zealand Warriors produced an underwhelming effort in defeat to St. George Illawarra Dragons last week and will be desperate to put things right in this ANZAC Day clash. They host a Gold Coast Titans outfit that come into this having lost all six matches to date this season and while they are showing signs of improvement, it is tough to envisage them toppling the hosts in Auckland.

TIP: NEW ZEALAND WARRIORS -8