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How Far is Broadbeach from Movie World?
27 km by road — about 27 minutes by car. Here’s every way to get to Warner Bros. Movie World from Broadbeach.
Warner Bros. Movie World is approximately 27–28 kilometres north of Broadbeach, which translates to about 25–30 minutes by car on the Pacific Motorway (M1). It’s part of the Village Roadshow theme park cluster near Oxenford and is right next to Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast — making it easy to visit both on the same trip.
Movie World is widely considered the Gold Coast’s best theme park for thrill rides right now. DC Rivals HyperCoaster is the centrepiece — it’s the longest and fastest hypercoaster in the Southern Hemisphere at 1.1 km of track and speeds reaching 115 km/h. Batman Spaceshot, Justice League 3D, the Green Lantern Coaster, and Doomsday Destroyer round out a strong lineup. The Hollywood streetscape, live stunt shows, and regular DC and Warner Bros. character meet-and-greets give it atmosphere beyond just the rides.
For families with younger children, Movie World also has the dedicated animated Looney Tunes themed area with gentler rides. And Wet’n’Wild next door means you can easily split a day between the two parks with a Village Roadshow combo ticket.
Key Facts
- Distance: approximately 27–28 km from Broadbeach to Movie World
- By car: 25–30 minutes via Pacific Motorway M1 northbound (Exit 54, Oxenford)
- By public transport: G:link tram + TX2 express bus — allow 1 hour 15 minutes total
- By Uber/rideshare: 25–30 minutes, approximately $30–40 one way
- Movie World address: Pacific Motorway, Oxenford QLD 4218
| Transport | Time | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Own car / hire car | 25–30 min | Fuel + $15 parking | Families, early starters |
| Uber / Didi | 25–30 min | $30–40 one way | Groups splitting cost, evening return |
| TX2 express bus (+ tram) | ~75 min total | ~$5–8 with Go Card | Budget travellers |
| Village Roadshow shuttle | Varies | Included with some passes | Package ticket holders |
| Guided tour (Viator) | 25–30 min | From $99/person incl. entry | Solo visitors, combo tours |
Driving from Broadbeach to Movie World
From Broadbeach, get onto the Pacific Motorway (M1) heading north. Stay on the M1 for approximately 22 km. Take Exit 54 (Oxenford) and follow the signs to Movie World on Entertainment Road. The park is clearly signposted from the exit. Total driving time is 25–30 minutes in normal conditions.
Parking at Movie World costs approximately $15 per car and is plentiful. Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast shares the same carpark, right next door — if you’re combining both parks, you only pay once. Note that Friday afternoons and school holiday mornings can add 15–20 minutes to the drive.
Public Transport from Broadbeach to Movie World
The Village Roadshow parks (Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, Sea World) are served by the TX2 Translink express bus. From Broadbeach South station on the G:link tram, ride north to connect with the TX2 bus to the Movie World/Wet’n’Wild precinct on Entertainment Road, Oxenford. Total journey time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Fares are around $5–8 each way with a Go Card.
Check translink.com.au for current TX2 timetables and stop locations — the bus runs regularly during park operating hours.
Tips for Your Movie World Visit
DC Rivals is the park’s flagship ride and queues hit 60–90 minutes by mid-morning on busy days. It’s the last ride before the back entrance — head there straight when the park opens and you’ll often walk on.
Movie World’s Hollywood Stunt Driver show, Police Academy Experience, and DC character parade are included with entry and run on a fixed schedule. Pick up the daily schedule at the gate and plan rides around show times.
Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast shares the same carpark and is a 2-minute walk from Movie World’s exit. The Village Roadshow combo ticket gives you both parks for significantly less than buying separately — ideal on hot days.
Always book Movie World tickets online before you arrive. Through the Village Roadshow website or Viator, adult tickets typically run $10–20 cheaper than the gate price. Multi-park passes offer even better value if you’re spending multiple days at the parks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Warner Bros. Movie World is approximately 27–28 km north of Broadbeach by road. The drive via the Pacific Motorway (M1) northbound takes around 25–30 minutes in normal traffic. Take Exit 54 (Oxenford) and follow signs to Entertainment Road.
Take the G:link light rail tram from Broadbeach South and connect to the TX2 Translink express bus, which runs directly to the Movie World and Wet’n’Wild precinct on Entertainment Road, Oxenford. The total journey takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes and costs around $5–8 each way with a Go Card.
Yes — they share a carpark and are a 2-minute walk apart. Village Roadshow sells combo tickets for both parks at a discounted rate. On hot Queensland days, splitting your time between the dry rides at Movie World and the water slides at Wet’n’Wild is a very popular combination.
DC Rivals HyperCoaster is the park’s flagship attraction — the longest and fastest hypercoaster in the Southern Hemisphere at 1.1 km of track reaching 115 km/h. Batman Spaceshot (vertical launch tower), Green Lantern Coaster, and Justice League 3D are also consistently rated the best rides. Arrive when the park opens to ride DC Rivals before the queues build to 60–90 minutes.
An Uber from central Broadbeach to Movie World typically costs $30–40 one way, taking 25–30 minutes. For a group of 3–4 people sharing the fare, this is competitive with public transport in terms of convenience. Late night returns (after the park closes around 5pm) may attract surge pricing — worth checking the app before committing.
Book Movie World Tickets Online and Save
Online tickets are up to 20% cheaper than gate price. Book now and skip the ticket queue.
Written and maintained by a Broadbeach local. I update this guide regularly to keep it accurate.