Find coaches from Sydney to Rainbow Beach

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Next departures from Sydney to Rainbow 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
Rainbow BeachCheapest
Greyhound Australia
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Rainbow BeachFastest
Greyhound Australia
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Rainbow BeachNo tags

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Get from Sydney to Rainbow Beach

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The journey takes about 23 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
23h 10mAverage duration
906 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sydney to Rainbow Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$242
Average bus trip duration23h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure18:00
Distance906 km
Latest bus departure22:30

Sydney to Rainbow Beach Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sydney - Rainbow Beach

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

    The bus ticket price from Sydney to Rainbow Beach starts at US$128. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sydney to Rainbow 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 Rainbow Beach?

    The average travel time between Sydney and Rainbow Beach is around 23h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 905 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Sydney to Rainbow 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 Rainbow Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sydney to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$234

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

You can expect to pay from US$234 to US$317 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$234, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sydney and Rainbow Beach!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sydney to Rainbow 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 Rainbow 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 Rainbow Beach, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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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