Find coaches from Brisbane to Airlie Beach

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Next departures from Brisbane to Airlie Beach on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Australia
Brisbane Airport
Airlie BeachCheapest
Greyhound Australia
Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres
Airlie BeachFastest
Greyhound Australia
Brisbane Airport
Airlie BeachNo tags
Greyhound Australia
Brisbane Airport
Airlie BeachNo tags
Greyhound Australia
Brisbane Airport
Airlie BeachNo tags

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Get from Brisbane to Airlie Beach

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The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
21h 50mAverage duration
909 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Brisbane to Airlie Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$292
Average bus trip duration21h 50m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure07:35
Distance908 km
Latest bus departure14:00

Brisbane to Airlie Beach Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Brisbane - Airlie Beach

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

    The bus ticket price from Brisbane to Airlie Beach starts at US$115. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Brisbane to Airlie 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 Brisbane to Airlie Beach?

    The average travel time between Brisbane and Airlie Beach is around 21h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 914 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Brisbane to Airlie Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Brisbane to Airlie Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the bus from Brisbane to Airlie Beach, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia, 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$277
30/10
US$338
Today
US$276
01/11
US$271
02/11
US$277
03/11
US$264
04/11
US$196
05/11
US$276
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brisbane to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$196

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

You can expect to pay from US$196 to US$360 for a bus ticket from Brisbane to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$196, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Brisbane to Airlie Beach.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Brisbane to Airlie Beach, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Brisbane to Airlie Beach will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Brisbane to Airlie Beach, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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