Bus from Melbourne to Byron Bay: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Melbourne to Byron Bay on January 8
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Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
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Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
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Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
Butler stNo tags
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
Butler stNo tags
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
Butler stNo tags

Get from Melbourne to Byron Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
805 milesDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Melbourne to Byron Bay by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Melbourne to Byron Bay start from $150. The average price for this route is around $298. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    The average bus trip duration from Melbourne to Byron Bay is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 805 miles (1299 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Melbourne to Byron Bay route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    The earliest bus departs from Melbourne to Byron Bay at 10:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    A bus trip from Melbourne to Byron Bay generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/06
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01/07
$325
Today
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01/09
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01/10
$383
01/11
$310
01/12
$323
01/13
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Melbourne to Byron Bay was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $310

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

You can expect to pay from $310 to $383 for a bus ticket from Melbourne to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2026-01-11.

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