Brisbane to Byron Bay: A self-drive itinerary
Route
- Day 1 - Brisbane to Gold Coast
- Day 2 - Gold Coast to Byron Bay
- Day 3 - Bask in Byron Bay
- Day 4 - Explore the Region
- Day 5 - Drive to Brisbane via Gold Coast

Brisbane to Gold Coast
Driving Time: 1hr
Distance: 78km
Just over an hour’s drive south of Brisbane and you’ll arrive at the iconic Gold Coast. Wander along magnificent beaches, enjoy superb drinks and dining, get stuck into surf lessons – or just watch the skills of surfers on big swells. From peaceful to fast-paced, there’s a bounty of experiences: paddleboard on beautiful Currumbin Creek, enjoy Main Beach’s restaurants, bars and boutiques, soak in the ‘heart’ of Surfers Paradise, Cavill Avenue, or enjoy a beer perched above the ocean at the breathtaking Currumbin Surf Club.
Inspiration:
- Surf lessons
- SUP at Currumbin Creek
- Old-style fun in Currumbin Rock Pools
- Explore Burleigh Heads National Park
- Dining and shopping at Main Beach
- Explore bustling Cavill Avenue
Inspiration
Explore Hervey Bay’s extensive beachfront esplanade.
Beachfront Esplanade
Explore Burleigh Heads National Park.
Burleigh Heads National Park
Explore Surfers Paradise.
Cavill Avenue
Old-style fun in Currumbin Rock Pools.
Currumbin Rockpools
Go stand-up paddleboarding on Currumbin Creek.
Stand-up Paddleboarding
Hang ten with a surf lesson.
Surf Lessons