What is the travel distance from Gold Coast to Melbourne?

Gold Coast and Melbourne are 834 miles (1345 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne?

The majority of buses traveling from Gold Coast to Melbourne start their journey at Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre and wind up at Melbourne Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Melbourne?

Once in Melbourne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Funfields, Melbourne Museum, Phillip Island, Old Melbourne Gaol and National Sports Museum.

Bus Gold Coast to Melbourne from $145 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gold Coast to Melbourne on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1d 13h	5:30am	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:25 AM AEST.

Get from Gold Coast to Melbourne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

835 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gold Coast and Melbourne?

Stops in Gold Coast

A
Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre
10 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
Visit page

Stops in Melbourne

A
Melbourne Airport
Visit page
B
Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre
Southland SC, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia
Visit page
C
St Kilda - Habitat HQ
296 State Route 3, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

Compare bus companies

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 $153

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gold Coast to Melbourne by bus

What is the travel distance from Gold Coast to Melbourne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Melbourne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/20

$344

11/21

$337

Today

No data

11/23

No data

11/24

$337

11/25

$226

11/26

$228

11/27

No data

The cheapest trip from Gold Coast to Melbourne was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $226

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

You can expect to pay from $226 to $344 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Melbourne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $226 which is on 2025-11-25.