How to Get Here by Public Transport?
While most visitors arrive by car, public transport is available for those without a vehicle.
Translink On‑Demand Shuttle Service
Translink operates a book-ahead shuttle service connecting Tamborine Mountain with major transport hubs, including:
- Helensvale Station (Gold Coast)
- Beenleigh Station (Brisbane)
Details:
- Must be booked in advance via TransitCare (1300 153 636)
- Operates Monday to Friday only
- Connect onward via train or bus from Helensvale or Beenleigh to Brisbane or the Gold Coast
Tours & Shuttle Services to the Distillery
Tours are a recommended option for visitors relying on transport, as taxis and ride‑hailing options are very limited and should be planned ahead.
Hop‑On Hop‑Off Services
Operators such as Pineapple Tours provide hop-on hop-off shuttle services connecting wineries, distilleries, breweries, and key Tamborine Mountain attractions. Explore at your own pace throughout the day.
Book a Pineapple Tours shuttle
Wine & Distillery Tours
Joining a guided tour is the easiest way to explore the region without a car, and these tours often include tastings, lunch, and local insights:
- The Vino Bus: Full-day winery and distillery tours from Brisbane or the Gold Coast, including tastings and lunch. thevinobus.com.au
- Cork & Fork Tours: Boutique winery and distillery experiences with multiple stops, lunch, and tastings included. corknforktours.com.au
- Tours on Tamborine: Local full-day tours or customised itineraries visiting distilleries, wineries, and scenic locations. toursontamborine.com.au
- Southern Cross Tours: Bespoke hinterland tours including wine and spirits tastings at Tamborine Mountain venues. southerncrosstours.com.au
