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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 | Rainbow Beach | Airlie Beach | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Airlie Beach | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:25 PM AEST.
Get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach
The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2448 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 $272
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach 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 Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach start from $272. The average price for this route is around $329. 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 Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?
The average bus travel time from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach is 15h 45m, covering a distance of 769 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach at 11:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?
A bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach generates an estimated 19 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 Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $271To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $271 to $463 for a bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $271 which is on 2026-01-28.
