Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Tennyson St | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | Rainbow Beach | No tags |
Get from Mackay to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2378 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 £177
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Mackay to Rainbow 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 Mackay to Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest coach tickets from Mackay to Rainbow Beach start from £177. The average price for this route is around £181. 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 Mackay to Rainbow Beach?
The average bus journey time from Mackay to Rainbow Beach is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 411 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Mackay to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mackay to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Mackay to Rainbow Beach at 14:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mackay to Rainbow Beach?
A bus journey from Mackay to Rainbow Beach produces an estimated 17 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 Mackay to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £138To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mackay to Rainbow Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £138 to £169 for a bus ticket from Mackay to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £138, which is on 2025-12-10.
