The station opened in July 2014 with the introduction of the G:link light rail system.

[2] Translink provides an integrated public transport network for the whole of South East Queensland.

The light rail service, known as G:link runs from Broadbeach South to Helensvale via the key activity precinct Surfers Paradise.

The Southport light rail station is located centrally in the Gold Coast CBD precinct.

Attractions nearby include Chinatown, Australia Fair shopping centre and the Gold Coast TAFE campus.