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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 | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Maroochydore | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Maroochydore | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Maroochydore | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Maroochydore | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Maroochydore | No tags |
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Get from Gold Coast to Maroochydore
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 609, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service despite some buses being late. However, there are concerns about one driver not wearing a mask and another driving recklessly.
Greyhound Australia Gold Coast Maroochydore recent customer reviews
The trips were delayed and the information about the delays were not timely . Also details of the bus location at the depot was not readily available. I was dropped of a long way from my destination .
Tim M.
Good service despite bus being late.
Tayla R.
The first drive late and no Mask,second on time Mask and drove like a mad man
Catherine H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gold Coast to Maroochydore 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 Gold Coast to Maroochydore?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gold Coast to Maroochydore start at R 609. The average price for this route is around R 776. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gold Coast to Maroochydore?
The average bus journey time from Gold Coast to Maroochydore is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 153 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Gold Coast to Maroochydore 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 Gold Coast to Maroochydore?
The earliest bus departs from Gold Coast to Maroochydore at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gold Coast to Maroochydore?
A bus trip from Gold Coast to Maroochydore produces an estimated 4 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 Gold Coast to Maroochydore was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 612To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gold Coast to Maroochydore as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 612 to R 1 099 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Maroochydore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 612, which is on 2025-12-12.
