Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Noosa Junction Bus Station | Rainbow Beach | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Noosa Junction Bus Station | Rainbow Beach | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Noosa Junction Bus Station | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Noosa Junction Bus Station | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Noosa Junction Bus Station | Rainbow Beach | No tags |
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Get from Noosa to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 415, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2378 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 415
Greyhound Australia Noosa Rainbow Beach recent customer reviews
WiFi on board is really good, disappointed with the 1.5 hour delay as it impacted our planned activity in Rainbow Beach.
Mary O.
Very comfortable seats and a plug to charge your phone was very much appreciated. Also the driver said the nane of a stop before we got there sobif we were getting off we were prepared which i thought was a great idea :)
Mathew F.
Bad , the bus was 2 hours late …
Kylian H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Noosa to Rainbow 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 Noosa to Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Noosa to Rainbow Beach start at R 415. The average price for this route is around R 779. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Noosa to Rainbow Beach?
The average bus journey time from Noosa to Rainbow Beach is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 56 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Noosa to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Noosa to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Noosa to Rainbow Beach at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 16:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Noosa to Rainbow Beach?
A bus trip from Noosa to Rainbow Beach produces an estimated 1 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 Noosa to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 393To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Noosa to Rainbow Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 393 to R 941 for a bus ticket from Noosa to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 393, which is on 2025-12-12.
