Gold Coast by Tram: A Station-by-Station Guide to the New Broadbeach-Burleigh Light Rail
Gold Coast by Tram: A Station-by-Station Guide to the New Broadbeach-Burleigh Light Rail
The Gold Coast has just become even more visitor-friendly, with the latest phase of the G:link light rail now linking Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads. The freshly opened 6.7-kilometre extension serves eight new stations, putting the southern Gold Coast's best beaches, dining spots, markets, breweries and nature experiences within effortless reach.
Whether you're keen on a sunrise summit at Burleigh Headland National Park, a lazy market-hopping day, or a full-blown food and drinks weekend, the tram lets you ditch the car and cruise the coastline at your own pace — with frequent services, wallet-friendly fares and even dedicated surfboard racks. Here's everything you need to know, plus what to see and do at every stop.

Need to Know
The new line links Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads with eight stations: Mermaid Beach, Mermaid Beach South, Nobby Beach, Miami North, Miami, Christine Avenue, Second Avenue and Burleigh Heads. The full journey takes approximately 17 minutes, with trams running every 7.5 minutes between 7am and 7pm, and a last departure at 12:08am.
Fares across Queensland's public transport network are a flat 50 cents per trip, regardless of distance. Simply tap on and off with a go card or contactless payment, or grab a paper ticket at the station. The tram is also fully accessible for travellers with mobility needs.
Mermaid Beach
Do: Putt Putt Mermaid Beach, Soak Bathhouse, op-shopping, 19 Karen Contemporary Artspace
Eat & Drink: The North Room, Bam Bam Bakehouse, Bonita Bonita, Mermaid Beach SLSC, Jin Izakaya, The Glenelg Public House
Stay: Vogue Holiday Homes – Bela Casa and 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: Grab a takeaway pizza and enjoy it with your feet in the sand
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: Catch live tunes at Miami Marketta’s street-food-and-music night
Eat & Drink: Miami Marketta, Padre Brewing Co, Miami Fish Market, Velvet Cafe
Miami
Do: Take in the panorama from Mick Schamburg Park Lookout
Eat & Drink: Sandfire, Miami Tavern, Niche Espresso, North Burleigh Surf Club
Stay: The Shores Miami
Christine Avenue
Do: Pick up a pair of iconic Australian ugg boots from UGG Since 1974
Eat & Drink: Granddad Jacks Distillery, Paddock Bakery, Precinct Brewing, Roji Cat, mohr Cafe & Deli, Palm Springs
Stay: ULTIQA Burleigh Mediterranean Resort, Burleigh Surf Beachfront Apartments, Mariner Shores Resort
Second Avenue
Do: Browse the Burleigh Farmers Markets at Burleigh Heads State School, every Saturday 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: Wander the rainforest trails of Burleigh Heads National Park or climb Burleigh Hill for postcard-worthy views
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
Travelling from Brisbane?
Catch the train to Helensvale Station and switch to the G:link tram for a seamless ride all the way down to Burleigh Heads.

