How much is the bus ticket from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

The cheapest bus tickets from Byron Bay to Gold Coast start from $21. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

The average bus trip duration from Byron Bay to Gold Coast is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 34 miles (55 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by Byron Bus .

Which bus companies service the Byron Bay to Gold Coast route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Byron Bus , Greyhound Australia .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

The earliest bus departs from Byron Bay to Gold Coast at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

A bus trip from Byron Bay to Gold Coast generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Byron Bus , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Byron Bus , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Byron Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Bus Byron Bay to Gold Coast from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	1:05pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	12:30pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	12:30pm	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	5:35pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	5:00pm	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Butler st	1h 30m	10:00am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Butler st	1h 30m	10:00am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Butler st	1h 40m	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Next departures for Byron Bay to Gold Coast on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Butler st	1h 45m	5:45pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h	11:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	Fastest
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	1h 35m	11:35am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Butler st	1h 50m	9:30am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

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Get from Byron Bay to Gold Coast

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1h 35mAverage Duration

34 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Byron Bay and Gold Coast?

Stops in Byron Bay

A
Butler st
51-57 Butler BYRON BAY INTERCHANGE,, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia
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Stops in Gold Coast

A
Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre
10 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
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Compare bus companies

Byron Bus

4.5/563 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi2.8

Users consistently praise the ByronBay Express Bus for its punctuality and friendly service. Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of drivers, with one user noting a driver waited when they were running late. The service is described as fast, reliable, accommodating, and affordable, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers.

Byron Bay Express Bus Byron Bay Gold Coast recent customer reviews

Very fast and reliable and great overall service, very accomodating, affordable and friendly service. I highly recommend and will definitely use the again.

Steve G.

October 15, 2025

This is my second time using ByronBay Express Bus. Is good using Express to value passengers. To arrive at time.

John T.

August 9, 2025

The bus driver called me to see if I was coming as I was running late. He kindly waited for me. So very happy with the service!

Aleksandra O.

April 22, 2025

Greyhound Australia

4/52,375 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Customers have expressed positive opinions about the easy transport and friendly staff. However, there were negative comments regarding a 30-minute delay and unpleasant odor on the bus.

Greyhound Australia Byron Bay Gold Coast recent customer reviews

Easy transport. Staff were very friendly. Would recommend and/or use the service again

Isabella S.

June 29, 2022

Very good

Anna Mathea S.

February 3, 2024

The bus was 30 minutes late and smelly.

Evanne A.

May 19, 2023

AU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Byron Bay to Gold Coast by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
The cheapest bus tickets from Byron Bay to Gold Coast start from $21. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
The average bus trip duration from Byron Bay to Gold Coast is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 34 miles (55 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by Byron Bus.
Which bus companies service the Byron Bay to Gold Coast route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Byron Bus, Greyhound Australia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
The earliest bus departs from Byron Bay to Gold Coast at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
A bus trip from Byron Bay to Gold Coast generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Byron Bus, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Byron Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Byron Bay to Gold Coast?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Byron Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/04

$28

12/05

$28

Today

$28

12/07

$28

12/08

$23

12/09

$21

12/10

$22

12/11

$22

The cheapest trip from Byron Bay to Gold Coast was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $47 for a bus ticket from Byron Bay to Gold Coast based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-09.