How much is the bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay start from $58. 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 ride from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?

The average bus trip duration from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 192 miles (310 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains 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 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 12:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?

A bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:25pm	Rainbow Beach	21h 50m	11:15am	Butler st	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:14 PM AEST.

Get from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 15mAverage Duration

192 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,400 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2400 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 $58

AU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay 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 Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay start from $58. 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 ride from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
The average bus trip duration from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 192 miles (310 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains 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 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 12:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay?
A bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay generates an estimated 8 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.

Best price found

12/20

$67

12/21

$120

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12/24

$105

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The cheapest trip from Rainbow Beach to Byron Bay was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $67

To 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 $67 to $129 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 $105 which is on 2025-12-24.