Find coaches from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach

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Next departures from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach on 31 October
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Greyhound Australia
Airlie Beach
Rainbow BeachCheapest
Greyhound Australia
Airlie Beach
Rainbow BeachFastest
Greyhound Australia
Airlie Beach
Rainbow BeachNo tags
Greyhound Australia
Airlie Beach
Rainbow BeachNo tags
Greyhound Australia
Airlie Beach
Rainbow BeachNo tags

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Get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach

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The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
16h 25mAverage duration
769 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$232
Average bus trip duration16h 25m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance769 km
Latest bus departure21:00

Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rainbow Beach from Airlie Beach, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Airlie Beach - Rainbow Beach

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach cost?

    The bus ticket price from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach starts at US$170. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

    The average travel time between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach is around 16h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 771 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach?

    The number of buses from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

    When taking the bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/10
US$258
30/10
US$221
Today
US$259
01/11
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02/11
US$186
03/11
US$210
04/11
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05/11
US$187
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$186

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

You can expect to pay from US$186 to US$300 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$186, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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