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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rainbow Beach | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Brisbane Airport | No tags |
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Get from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, 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 $51
Greyhound Australia Rainbow Beach Brisbane recent customer reviews
Good service but unfortunate breakdown meant I missed my next Greyhound bus connection
Val W.
Good service
Alan O.
Very comfortable !
Robin T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rainbow 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 Rainbow Beach to Brisbane?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane start from $51. The average price for this route is around $108. 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 Brisbane?
The average bus travel time from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 174 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Brisbane route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane?
The earliest bus departs from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane?
A bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane generates an estimated 4 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 Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $134 for a bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-02.
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