Whether you’re visiting the Gold Coast for a holiday or planning a day trip, Helensvale Station is the perfect place to begin your adventure. As the meeting point for Airtrain, Queensland Rail services and the G:link tram network, this well-connected transport hub makes it easy to explore some of the Gold Coast’s most popular attractions without the hassle of driving. From thrilling theme parks and shopping destinations to nature experiences and sporting events, there’s something for everyone around Helensvale Station.
Helensvale attractions
Theme parks
A short bus ride or drive from Helensvale Station takes you to iconic attractions like Dreamworld and its neighbouring water park WhiteWater World, packed with rollercoasters, water slides, wildlife encounters and family-friendly entertainment. Nearby you’ll also find Hollywood-style action at Warner Bros. Movie World and splash-filled fun at Wet’n’Wild.
Harbour Town
If retail therapy is more your style, just a quick ride away is popular Helensvale attraction Harbour Town. The premium outlet shopping destination offers more than 240 stores featuring international brands, Australian labels and discounted designer fashion. Between shops, refuel at one of the many cafes and restaurants scattered throughout the centre.
Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area
For a quieter pace and some of the more natural Helensvale attractions, explore nearby wetlands and walking trails at Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area. This peaceful reserve is home to kangaroos, koalas and abundant birdlife, offering a surprising slice of nature just minutes from the station.
Gold Coast Indoor Sports and Leisure Centre
Sports fans can travel easily from Helensvale Station to the Gold Coast Indoor Sports and Leisure Centre in Carrara. The venue, originally built for the 2018 Commonwealth Games, hosts major sporting competitions, community events and entertainment throughout the year.
Journey from Brisbane Airport to the Gold Coast with Airtrain
How do I get from Brisbane Airport to Helensvale?
From Brisbane Airport Domestic Terminal, make your way to the Skywalk located outside the terminal for the Domestic Airtrain station. There are escalators, travelators and lifts from the ground level of the Domestic Terminal for ease of access. Once you board Airtrain at the Domestic Airtrain station, Helensvale is the stop after Coomera.
From Brisbane Airport International Terminal, go to level 3 and take the covered walkway to the International Airtrain station. Once you board Airtrain at the International Airtrain station, Helensvale is the stop after Coomera.
How long is the journey from Brisbane Airport to Helensvale?
The Airtrain journey from Brisbane Airport to Helensvale takes under 2 hours.
How much is the journey from Brisbane Airport to Helensvale?
When you book your Airtrain ticket online, a one-way journey from Brisbane Airport to Helensvale costs $23.80 for adults and is free* for kids aged 14 and under. *T&Cs apply.
How do I travel to other parts of the Gold Coast?
With the Airtrain & tram connection, one ticket is all you need to travel between Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast. Simply change from Airtrain to the G:link tram at Helensvale Station, then continue on to key destinations on the Gold Coast including Southport, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.