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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Airlie Beach | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airlie Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags |
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Get from Airlie Beach to Brisbane
The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2368 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $168
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Airlie Beach to Brisbane 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 Airlie Beach to Brisbane?
The cheapest bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Brisbane start from $168. The average price for this route is around $434. 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 Airlie Beach to Brisbane?
The average bus travel time from Airlie Beach to Brisbane is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 909 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Airlie Beach to Brisbane route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Airlie Beach to Brisbane?
The earliest bus departs from Airlie Beach to Brisbane at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Airlie Beach to Brisbane?
A bus trip from Airlie Beach to Brisbane generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $160To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Brisbane, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $160 to $513 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-01.
