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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Airlie Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | No tags |
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Get from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast
The journey takes about 1 day, and with fares starting at just $213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2369 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $213
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast?
The cheapest bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast start from $213. The average price for this route is around $442. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast?
The average bus travel time from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast is 1d , covering a distance of 983 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Airlie Beach to Gold Coast route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast?
The earliest bus departs from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast?
A bus trip from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $298To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $298 to $523 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Gold Coast based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $298 which is on 2025-12-02.
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