What is the distance between Airlie Beach and Byron Bay?

About 655 miles (1056 km) separate Airlie Beach and Byron Bay.

What are the best sights and things to do in Byron Bay?

Once in Byron Bay, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Macadamia Castle, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum, Australian Seabird Rescue, Alternative Therapies and Brunswick Heads.

Bus Airlie Beach to Byron Bay from $149 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Byron Bay on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	1d 13h	11:15am	Butler st	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Byron Bay on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	1d 1h	3:00pm	Butler st	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	1d 1h	3:00pm	Butler st	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	1d 13h	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	1d 13h	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	1d 1h	3:00pm	Butler st	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:12 AM AEST.

Get from Airlie Beach to Byron Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

654 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,356 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2356 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $157

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Airlie Beach to Byron Bay by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/21

$316

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$220

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11/25

$149

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The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Byron Bay was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $395 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-11-25.