Bus from Gold Coast to Byron Bay: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on February 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
SURFERS PARADISE - GOLD COAST
Butler stCheapest
Byron Bay ExpressBus
    		Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal
    		Byron Bay Interchange Butler StFastest
    Greyhound AustraliaBus
    		SURFERS PARADISE - GOLD COAST
    		Butler stNo tags
    Byron Bay ExpressBus
      		3041 Surfers Paradise Boulevard
      		Byron Bay Interchange Butler StNo tags
      Greyhound AustraliaBus
      		SURFERS PARADISE - GOLD COAST
      		Butler stNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:55 AM AEST.

      Get from Gold Coast to Byron Bay

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      13bus per day
      1h 35mAverage Duration
      46 milesDistance
      2kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gold Coast to Byron Bay by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Gold Coast to Byron Bay start from $19. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        The average bus trip duration from Gold Coast to Byron Bay is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 46 miles (74 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 50m and is operated by Byron Bay Express.

      3. Which bus companies service the Gold Coast to Byron Bay route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Byron Bay Express, Greyhound Australia.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        The earliest bus departs from Gold Coast to Byron Bay at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        A bus trip from Gold Coast to Byron Bay generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Byron Bay Express, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 67 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

      8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Byron Bay Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

        According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Byron Bay Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      01/31
      $30
      02/01
      $42
      Today
      $30
      02/03
      $23
      02/04
      $23
      02/05
      $23
      02/06
      $23
      02/07
      $23
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gold Coast to Byron Bay was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $23

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gold Coast to Byron Bay, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $23 to $42 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-02-03.

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