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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 | Butler st | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Rainbow Beach | Butler st | No tags | ||||
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Get from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay
The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2447 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £46
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay start from £46. The average price for this route is around £62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
The average bus journey time from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay is 10h, covering a distance of 192 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 12:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
A bus journey from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Byron Bay was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £42 to £94 for a bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2026-01-25.
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