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 | Rockhampton | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | Rainbow Beach | No tags |
Get from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2383 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 £62
Greyhound Australia Rockhampton Rainbow Beach recent customer reviews
The bus was on time and with all services north of Rockhampton being cancelled at the last minute due to highway flooding the driver stayed calm and was so helpful with helping so many backpackers who were going to north Qld with good advice on changing their travel plans
Robert J.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rockhampton 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 Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach start from £62. The average price for this route is around £118. 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 Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach?
The average bus journey time from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 238 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach?
A bus journey from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach produces an estimated 10 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 Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £60To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £60 to £130 for a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £60, which is on 2025-12-13.
