Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rainbow Beach | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rainbow Beach | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rainbow Beach | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Rainbow Beach | No tags |
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Get from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2368 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 $49
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach 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 Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach start from $49. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach?
The average bus trip duration from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 147 miles (236 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach?
A bus trip from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $97 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-01.
