How much is the bus ticket from Sydney to Grafton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sydney to Grafton start from $106. The average price for this route is around $183. 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 Sydney to Grafton?

The average bus travel time from Sydney to Grafton is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 493 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Sydney to Grafton 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 Sydney to Grafton?

The earliest bus departs from Sydney to Grafton at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sydney to Grafton?

A bus trip from Sydney to Grafton generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Sydney to Grafton from $165 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	10h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	8h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	12h 15m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	12h 15m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	8h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	10h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags

Next departures for Sydney to Grafton on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	12h 15m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	8h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	4:45am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6	9h 45m	7:15am	Grafton Station - Through & Crisp Av	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:26 PM AEDT.

Get from Sydney to Grafton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

493 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,433 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2433 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 $106

Greyhound Australia Sydney Grafton recent customer reviews

Good service

Jason W.

August 9, 2019

AU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sydney to Grafton 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 Sydney to Grafton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sydney to Grafton start from $106. The average price for this route is around $183. 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 Sydney to Grafton?
The average bus travel time from Sydney to Grafton is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 493 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Sydney to Grafton 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 Sydney to Grafton?
The earliest bus departs from Sydney to Grafton at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sydney to Grafton?
A bus trip from Sydney to Grafton generates an estimated 12 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.

Best price found

01-09

$245

01-10

$244

Today

$245

01-12

$219

01-13

No data

01-14

No data

01-15

$177

01-16

$219

The cheapest trip from Sydney to Grafton was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $177

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Grafton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $177 to $245 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Grafton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2026-01-15.