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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Butler st | Airlie Beach | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | Airlie Beach | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | Airlie Beach | No tags |
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Get from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach
The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 660, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2389 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 R 2 660
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach start at R 2 660. The average price for this route is around R 5 635. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach?
The average bus journey time from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1054 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Byron Bay 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 Byron Bay to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach?
A bus trip from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 523To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 523 to R 7 060 for a bus ticket from Byron Bay to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 523, which is on 2025-12-17.
