Major Closures on Gold Coast Highway and Tugun Bypass This Wednesday

Significant Road Closures and Detours

Commuters across the Gold Coast are advised to plan for major disruptions this Wednesday, 4 February 2026, as several key arteries face total closures due to planned roadworks. The most significant impact is expected in the Mermaid Beach and Nobby Beach areas, where the Gold Coast Highway remains closed to all traffic. Motorists are encouraged to use the M1 Pacific Motorway or alternative local routes to avoid the precinct.

Further south, the Tugun Bypass Exit 95, connecting Tugun Currumbin Road to the Gold Coast Highway, is also closed. This closure is part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades and is expected to cause significant delays for those traveling toward the southern end of the coast or the airport.

• Arundel: The eastbound access ramp to Smith Street from the Smith Street Motorway is closed. Local diversions are in place, but peak-hour congestion is highly likely.
• Helensvale: Buckler Drive is currently closed between Cyan Street and the Town Centre Drive roundabout near the bridge. Access to local shopping precincts may be restricted.
• Mermaid Beach: Continued total closure of the Gold Coast Highway section for Stage 3 Light Rail works and resurfacing.

Public Transport and Rail Alerts

Translink has confirmed that the Gold Coast train line is operating under a temporary timetable this Wednesday. Maintenance work between Ormeau and Varsity Lakes has necessitated these changes, which are expected to remain in place until mid-February. Commuters should check the journey planner before heading to the station to confirm adjusted departure times.

Bus travelers should also be aware of specific stop closures:

• Palm Beach: Late-night stop closures on the Gold Coast Highway are affecting evening and early-morning services.
• Helensvale: The temporary stop closure on the Gold Coast Highway at Helensvale remains in effect as part of the ongoing infrastructure program.
• Broadbeach to Burleigh: G:link Stage 3 construction continues, with finishing works and testing occurring. While passenger services are running to Broadbeach South, expect high construction vehicle activity along the highway.

Commuter Advice and M1 Conditions

The M1 Pacific Motorway is experiencing its usual heavy congestion through the Ormeau and Pimpama corridor due to rapid population growth in the northern Gold Coast. Drivers are urged to allow at least 20 extra minutes for travel between Coomera and Logan. Additionally, the City of Gold Coast is conducting mosquito and midge spraying in suburbs including Arundel and Coombabah today between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM; while this will not close roads, council vehicles may be operating at reduced speeds in residential streets.