Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Southern Cross | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Southern Cross | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:40 PM AEDT.
Get from Melbourne to Gold Coast
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $220, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Melbourne and Gold Coast?
Stops in Melbourne
- B
Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre
Southland SC, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia - C
St Kilda - Habitat HQ
296 State Route 3, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
Stops in Gold Coast
- A
Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre
10 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
Compare bus companies
Based on 2357 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 $220
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Melbourne to Gold Coast by bus
How far is Melbourne from Gold Coast?
The distance covered from Melbourne to Gold Coast is 1345 km (834 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Melbourne to Gold Coast?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Melbourne Airport, in Melbourne, and end it at Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre, in Gold Coast.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Melbourne to Gold Coast was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $328To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Melbourne to Gold Coast, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $328 to $453 for a bus ticket from Melbourne to Gold Coast based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-11-26.
