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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gladstone | Airlie Beach | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:29 AEST.
Get from Gladstone to Airlie Beach
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2372 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £54
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gladstone to Airlie Beach
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Gladstone to Airlie Beach?
The cheapest coach tickets from Gladstone to Airlie Beach start from £54. The average price for this route is around £107. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gladstone to Airlie Beach?
The average bus journey time from Gladstone to Airlie Beach is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 295 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 9m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Gladstone to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gladstone to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Gladstone to Airlie Beach at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 01:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gladstone to Airlie Beach?
A bus journey from Gladstone to Airlie Beach produces an estimated 12 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.
The cheapest trip from Gladstone to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gladstone to Airlie Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £78 to £195 for a bus ticket from Gladstone to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £78, which is on 2025-12-06.
