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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 | NEWCASTLE | Butler st | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Butler st | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Butler st | No tags | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Butler st | No tags |
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Get from Newcastle to Byron Bay
The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2401 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 $83
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newcastle 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Newcastle to Byron Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newcastle to Byron Bay start from $83. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Newcastle to Byron Bay?
The average bus travel time from Newcastle to Byron Bay is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 508 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Newcastle to Byron Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newcastle to Byron Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Newcastle to Byron Bay at 9:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle to Byron Bay?
A bus trip from Newcastle to Byron Bay generates an estimated 13 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 Newcastle to Byron Bay was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newcastle to Byron Bay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $81 to $209 for a bus ticket from Newcastle to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-24.
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