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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rockhampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rockhampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rockhampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rockhampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rockhampton | No tags |
Get from Gold Coast to Rockhampton
The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $306, 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 $306
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gold Coast to Rockhampton 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 Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gold Coast to Rockhampton start from $306. The average price for this route is around $374. 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 Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
The average bus travel time from Gold Coast to Rockhampton is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 592 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Gold Coast to Rockhampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
The earliest bus departs from Gold Coast to Rockhampton at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
A bus trip from Gold Coast to Rockhampton generates an estimated 15 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 Gold Coast to Rockhampton was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $291To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gold Coast to Rockhampton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $291 to $356 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Rockhampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $291 which is on 2025-11-29.
