Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- USB Sockets
- WC
- Air-conditioned
- Reclining Seat
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 10 m
Buses on 15 Sept
8
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Byron Bay to Brisbane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Byron Bay to Brisbane will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 8 buses from Byron Bay to Brisbane, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
PM12
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GX243
GX246
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GX246
GX244
GX243
FlixBusThe table below shows live departures for Byron Bay to Brisbane coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:45 Byron Bay, Interchange | 2h55 | 8:40 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 Byron Bay, Interchange | 3h25 | 9:10 Brisbane | 0 changesdirect | |
GX243 | 7:40 Byron Bay, Interchange | 3h20 | 11:00 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
GX243 · GX244 | 7:40 Byron Bay, Interchange | 5h50 | 13:30 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 1 change | |
PM12 | 8:45 Byron Bay, Interchange | 3h35 | 12:20 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
GX244 · GX246 | 10:20 Byron Bay, Interchange | 8h40 | 19:00 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 1 change | |
GX244 | 10:20 Byron Bay, Interchange | 3h10 | 13:30 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
GX246 | 16:00 Byron Bay, Interchange | 3h00 | 19:00 Brisbane, Coach Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Byron Bay to Brisbane run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 22:45 |
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Most Byron Bay to Brisbane buses use the Byron Bay, Interchange to Brisbane, Coach Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Brisbane. Use this guide to compare Byron Bay and Brisbane bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brisbane, Coach Terminal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brisbane, Coach Terminal: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Brisbane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Brisbane. ATMs are available at Brisbane.
Ticket office support is available at Brisbane.
Available at Brisbane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brisbane: The station is accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns is 10 km from Brisbane city centre. Public transport options include:
Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns. ATMs are aTMs available in airport terminals.
Ticket office support is available at Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns.
Available at Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brisbane, International Airport Station - Rental Car Returns: Wheelchair accessible.