How much is the bus ticket from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest coach tickets from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach start from £38. The average price for this route is around £93. 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 Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?

The average bus journey time from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 243 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Airlie Beach route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?

The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?

A bus journey from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Rockhampton to Airlie Beach from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	CheapestFastest
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags

Next departures from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	6h 10m	08:10	Airlie Beach	Fastest
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags

Next departures from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	6h 10m	08:10	Airlie Beach	Fastest
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	6h 40m	05:00	Airlie Beach	No tags
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	18h 30m	20:30	Airlie Beach	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 09:35 AEST.

Get from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 30mAverage duration

243 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,368 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £38

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach

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 Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach start from £38. The average price for this route is around £93. 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 Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?
The average bus journey time from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 243 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach?
A bus journey from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach produces an estimated 10 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.

Best price found

26/11

£37

27/11

£50

Today

£37

29/11

£37

30/11

£38

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The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £37

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

You can expect to pay from £37 to £181 for a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-29.