Find coaches from Sydney to Airlie Beach

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Next departures from Sydney to Airlie Beach on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Australia
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Airlie BeachCheapest
Greyhound Australia
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Airlie BeachFastest
Greyhound Australia
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Airlie BeachNo tags

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Get from Sydney to Airlie Beach

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The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 14hAverage duration
1534 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sydney to Airlie Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$467
Average bus trip duration1d 14h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure18:00
Distance1533 km
Latest bus departure22:30

Sydney to Airlie Beach Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sydney - Airlie Beach

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

    The bus ticket price from Sydney to Airlie Beach starts at US$198. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sydney 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 Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    The average travel time between Sydney and Airlie Beach is around 1d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1534 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Sydney to Airlie Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sydney to Airlie Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

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US$454
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sydney to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$454

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

You can expect to pay from US$454 to US$608 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$455, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Sydney 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.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sydney to Airlie Beach, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Sydney 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 Sydney to Airlie Beach, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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