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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | NEWCASTLE | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Airport | NEWCASTLE | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brisbane Airport | NEWCASTLE | No tags | ||||
| Bus | BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT | NEWCASTLE | No tags | ||||
| Bus | BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT | NEWCASTLE | No tags |
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Get from Brisbane to Newcastle
The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2431 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 $86
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brisbane to Newcastle 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 Brisbane to Newcastle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brisbane to Newcastle start from $86. The average price for this route is around $233. 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 Brisbane to Newcastle?
The average bus travel time from Brisbane to Newcastle is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 620 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 20m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Brisbane to Newcastle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brisbane to Newcastle?
The earliest bus departs from Brisbane to Newcastle at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brisbane to Newcastle?
A bus trip from Brisbane to Newcastle generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brisbane to Newcastle was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brisbane to Newcastle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $283 for a bus ticket from Brisbane to Newcastle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2026-01-14.
