Bus from Brisbane to Melbourne: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brisbane to Melbourne on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres
Southern CrossCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 01:08 AEST.

Get from Brisbane to Melbourne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 14hAverage duration
853 milesDistance
34kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brisbane to Melbourne

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Brisbane to Melbourne start from £118. The average price for this route is around £190. 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 journey from Brisbane to Melbourne?

    The average bus journey time from Brisbane to Melbourne is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 853 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Brisbane to Melbourne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne?

    The earliest bus departs from Brisbane to Melbourne at 14:00. And the latest bus departs at 14:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brisbane to Melbourne?

    A bus journey from Brisbane to Melbourne produces an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.

Best price found
29/11
£285
30/11
£274
Today
£287
02/12
£274
03/12
£289
04/12
£292
05/12
£253
06/12
£272
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brisbane to Melbourne was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £253

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

You can expect to pay from £253 to £292 for a bus ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £253, which is on 2025-12-05.

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