Nerang to Broadbeach Public Transport Route
We're investigating the east-west public transport route connecting Nerang Station with Broadbeach South. This route will make travel faster, easier and more reliable for communities in the central Gold Coast.
In 2023, the Central Gold Coast East-West Passenger Transport Study identified 2 key transport corridors: Nerang to Broadbeach and Robina to Miami. Both Corridors are part of the Queensland Government’s 2032 Delivery Plan, which aims to improve transport and support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Queensland Government is undertaking detailed investigations for the Nerang to Broadbeach route.
The Nerang to Broadbeach public transport corridor is a critical connection for customers travelling between heavy rail at Nerang and light rail at Broadbeach South.
We’re investigating high frequency bus services and supporting infrastructure along this route to reduce travel times and provide more transport options. The route will improve connections for southern and central Gold Coast to the wider South East Queensland network.
The route will also improve connections to key destinations like the Carrara sports precinct and Broadbeach, making it more convenient to travel to major events and popular locations.
This project supports wider plans to improve transport across the Gold Coast, reduce congestion and support the region’s growth including increasing tourist numbers, leaving a lasting legacy for the Gold Coast.
Benefits
- Accessibility
- Better active transport
- Contributes to regional growth
- Improves network efficiency
- Increases capacity
- Improves network reliability
- Improves network resilience
- Improves safety
- Improves ride quality
- Reduces travel time
Key features
- Reliable and frequent east–west public transport connection, offering better travel options.
- Reduces travel time between the central Gold Coast and Brisbane by connecting heavy rail at Nerang Station with light rail at Broadbeach South Station.
- Offers frequent services between the Carrara sports precinct and 2 key activity centres, supporting event travel.
- Improves the Gold Coast’s public transport network by improving resilience, efficiency and reliability.
- Improves safety and comfort for people walking and riding between Broadbeach South and Carrara.
Funding
The planning for the Nerang to Broadbeach Public Transport Route is funded by the Queensland Government.
Current status
Detailed investigations are underway for the Nerang to Broadbeach Public Transport Route and expected to be finished in 2026-27. This includes detailed feasibility and construction assessments to refine the preferred options.
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