How much does a bus ticket cost in Australia?

Bus travel in Australia is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $115. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in Australia: Melbourne ↔ Sydney (average: $142 ) Sydney ↔ Brisbane (average: $256 ) Sydney ↔ Canberra (average: $52 )

What is the best way to travel around Australia?

While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Australia: - Bus: 2081 routes - Train: 19 routes

How do I book bus and train tickets in Australia?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Australia?

When buying Bus or Train tickets in Australia with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD) is the main currency.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Sydney by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Melbourne to Sydney Travel time: 11h 30m Ticket prices: From $142 Frequency: 3 departures daily Recommended operators: Greyhound Australia , SkyBus , Airtrain , PopUp Express , Byron Bay Express

What are the most popular airports in Australia?

You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Brisbane Airport , Melbourne Airport , Hobart Airport , Avalon Airport , Albury Airport , Bundaberg Airport , Canberra International Airport , Rockhampton Airport

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What are the most popular routes to Australia?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Melbourne - Sydney	Average price$142	Average duration11h 30m	Daily departures3
Sydney - Melbourne	Average price$159	Average duration11h 40m	Daily departures4
Sydney - Brisbane	Average price$256	Average duration17h 30m	Daily departures8
Sydney - Canberra	Average price$52	Average duration3h 10m	Daily departures4
Gold Coast - Brisbane	Average price$27	Average duration1h 30m	Daily departures6
Canberra - Sydney	Average price$52	Average duration3h 10m	Daily departures3
Brisbane - Sydney	Average price$132	Average duration20h	Daily departures8
Sydney - Byron Bay	Average price$157	Average duration13h 10m	Daily departures6
Byron Bay - Brisbane	Average price$56	Average duration3h 50m	Daily departures10
Melbourne - Canberra	Average price$123	Average duration8h	Daily departures1

What popular bus companies operate in Australia?

Why choose Busbud?

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Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

Frequently asked questions about travelling in Australia

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much does a bus ticket cost in Australia?
Bus travel in Australia is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $115. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Australia:
Melbourne ↔ Sydney (average: $142)
Sydney ↔ Brisbane (average: $256)
Sydney ↔ Canberra (average: $52)
What is the best way to travel around Australia?
While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Australia:
- Bus: 2081 routes
- Train: 19 routes
How do I book bus and train tickets in Australia?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Australia?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Australia with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD) is the main currency.
How do I travel from Melbourne to Sydney by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Melbourne to Sydney
Travel time: 11h 30m
Ticket prices: From $142
Frequency: 3 departures daily
Recommended operators: Greyhound Australia, SkyBus, Airtrain, PopUp Express, Byron Bay Express
What are the most popular airports in Australia?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Brisbane Airport, Melbourne Airport, Hobart Airport, Avalon Airport, Albury Airport, Bundaberg Airport, Canberra International Airport, Rockhampton Airport