Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rainbow Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:39 PM AEST.
Get from Rainbow Beach to Gold Coast
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
8h 15mAverage Duration
236 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Compare bus companies
4 out of 5 stars4/52,364 reviews
Based on 2364 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 $72
AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rainbow Beach to Gold Coast by bus
What is the distance between Rainbow Beach and Gold Coast?
The distance between Rainbow Beach and Gold Coast is approximately 238 km (148 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-24
$68
11-25
$68
Today
$118
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The cheapest trip from Rainbow Beach to Gold Coast was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Gold Coast, as early as possible.
