What is the travel distance from Airlie Beach to Brisbane?

Airlie Beach and Brisbane are 567 miles (914 km) apart.

What are the best sights and things to do in Brisbane?

Once in Brisbane, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Moreton Bay Escapes, The Brisbane Botanical Gardens, Springbrook and Tamborine Rainforest Tour, Australia Zoo and The Gabba.

Bus Airlie Beach to Brisbane from $111 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Brisbane on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 30m	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	21h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 50m	5:50pm	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 30m	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	No tags

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Brisbane on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	21h 5m	9:20am	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 30m	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	21h 15m	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	21h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	1d 5h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Brisbane on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	20h 45m	9:00am	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 30m	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	21h 15m	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	21h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	1d 5h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures for Airlie Beach to Brisbane on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	20h 30m	5:30pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Airlie Beach	19h 30m	1:00pm	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Airlie Beach	21h 15m	9:30am	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Airlie Beach	20h	1:30pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Airlie Beach	21h	6:00pm	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:25 AM AEST.

Get from Airlie Beach to Brisbane

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

21h 15mAverage Duration

564 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,362 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2362 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $117

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Airlie Beach to Brisbane by bus

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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

$190

11/25

$191

Today

$279

11/27

$191

11/28

$191

11/29

No data

11/30

No data

12/01

$112

The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $112

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

You can expect to pay from $112 to $353 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2025-12-01.