Explore the Gold Coast by Tram: Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads

The Gold Coast just got even easier to explore, with the latest stage of the G:link tram network now connecting Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads. The new 6.7-kilometre extension adds eight stations along the southern Gold Coast, opening up easy access to some of the city’s best beaches, cafes, markets, restaurants, breweries, wellness experiences and natural attractions.

Whether you’re planning a sunrise hike up Burleigh Headland, a leisurely day of markets and local eats, a beach-hopping adventure or a weekend of wining and dining, the tram makes getting around the Gold Coast a breeze. With frequent services, affordable fares and dedicated surfboard storage, you can leave the car behind and discover more of the coastline at your own pace.

Here's all the info you need to know plus a run down of what to explore, station by station.

Need to Know

🚊 The new stretch of the tram line connects Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads with eight new stations altogether. Mermaid Beach - Mermaid Beach South - Nobby Beach - Miami North - Miami - Christive Avenue - Second Avenue - Burleigh Heads.
🚊The tram journey from Broadbeach to Burleigh will take around 17 minutes. Trams will be operating every 7.5 minutes from 7am to 7pm, (less frequently outside these times with the last tram departing at 12.08am)
🚊 All public transport fares in Queensland are a flat rate of 50 per journey, no matter how far you go.
🚊Tap on and tap off with a go card or contactless payment, or purchase a paper ticket at the G:link station before you ride.
🚊The tram caters to travellers with mobility issues. See detailed information about accessible travel on the G:link network here. 

Mermaid Beach

Do: Putt Putt Mermaid Beach, Soak Bathhouse, op shopping, 19 Karen Gallery
Eat & Drink: The North Room, Bam Bam Bakehouse, Bonita Bonita, Mermaid Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Jin Izakaya, The Glenelg Public House
Stay: Vogue Holiday Homes - Bela Casa, Vogue Holiday Homes - Beachfront Escape

Mermaid Beach South

Do: Barefoot bowls at Mermaid Beach Bowls Club 
Eat & Drink: Little Truffle, Etsu, House of Halsa, The Milkman's Daughter
Stay: Turtle Beach Resort, Vogue Holiday Homes - Mermaid Beach Villa

Nobby Beach

Do: Takeaway pizza at the beach
Eat & Drink: Bine Bar and Dining, Gemellini, Gelato Gemelli, The Oxley, BSKT, Sueno, Norte,  Frank Jrs, Eska
Stay: Nobby Beach Holiday Village

Miami North

Do: See some live music at Miami Marketta.
Eat & Drink: Miami Marketta, Padre Brewing Co, Miami Fish Market, Velvet Cafe

Miami

Do: Check out the view from Mick Schamburg Park Lookout (pictured below).
Eat & Drink: Sandfire, Miami Tavern, Niche Espresso, North Burleigh Surf Club
Stay: The Shores Miami

Christine Ave 

Do: Treat your feet to a pair of ugg boots from UGG Since 1974.
Eat & Drink: Granddad Jacks Distillery, Paddock Bakery, Precinct Brewing, Roji Cat, mohr Cafe & Deli, Palm Springs, Roji Cat
Stay: ULTIQA Burleigh Mediterranean Resort, Burleigh Surf Beachfront Apartments, Mariner Shores Resort

Second Ave

Do: Burleigh Farmers Markets at Burleigh Heads State School. Saturdays from 6am. 
Eat & Drink: Light Years, Commune Cafe, LiTO, Al Bacio Gelato, Haven
Stay: Mondrian Gold Coast, Burleigh Esplanade Apartments, Boardwalk Burleigh Beach, 2nd Avenue Beachside Apartments

Burleigh Heads

Do: Explore rainforest walking trails in Burleigh Heads National Park or take in the views from the top of Burleigh Hill
Eat & Drink: Burleigh Pavilion, The Tropic, Tarte Bakery Justin Lane, Rick Shores, Jimmy Wah's, Labart
Stay: Ambience on Burleigh Beach, Gemini Court Holiday Apartments, Bujerum Apartments on Burleigh 

Coming from Brisbane?

Catch the train to Helensvale Station then transfer to the G:link tram network for convenient travel from Helensval all the way to Burleigh Heads.

Need to know more? Check out our blog on Gold Coast public transport.