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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 DOMESTIC AIRPORT | Rainbow Beach | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2368 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 $50
Greyhound Australia Brisbane Rainbow Beach recent customer reviews
Aircon was not the coolest, quite warm on the bus
Rich K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach 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 Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach start from $50. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Rainbow Beach?
The average bus travel time from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Brisbane to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach?
A bus trip from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach generates an estimated 4 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 Rainbow Beach was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $55To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $133 for a bus ticket from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-04.
