What is the travel distance from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

Gold Coast and Byron Bay are 73 km (45 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?

Buses departing from Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre in Gold Coast will take you to Butler st in Byron Bay.

Bus Gold Coast to Byron Bay from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	4:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 40m	1:00pm	Butler st	No tags

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 45m	3:00pm	Butler st	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	6:15pm	Butler st	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 45m	3:00pm	Butler st	No tags

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	6:15pm	Butler st	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags

Next departures for Gold Coast to Byron Bay on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	6:15pm	Butler st	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Gold Coast (Coolangatta) Airport (OOL), Transit meeting point, North end of domestic terminal	50m	10:50am	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	Fastest
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 35m	2:35pm	Byron Bay Interchange Butler St	No tags
Bus	8:20am	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	1h 55m	11:15am	Butler st	No tags

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Get from Gold Coast to Byron Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1h 35mAverage Duration

55 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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Byron Bus

4.5/563 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi2.8

Customers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with the service, highlighting its smooth and timely operations. The drivers are frequently praised for their friendliness and professionalism, contributing to a comfortable journey. However, some users noted difficulties in locating the pickup point at Coolangatta airport due to insufficient direction signage.

Byron Bay Express Bus Gold Coast Byron Bay recent customer reviews

The driver was very unhelpful and I was charged for for two adult prices when one was meant to be an adult price

Lateesha D.

September 29, 2025

It was great. Quick, easy and a smooth journey. The driver was so sweet and I felt very safe in his company. He went above and beyond. I would definitely be booking again.

Araminta P.

June 22, 2025

Amazing! They were great service- ran smoothly- I booked the wrong time and texted them and they changed it for me so I could get on the earlier bus!

Laura S.

May 26, 2025

Greyhound Australia

4/52,351 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the seats and smooth journeys. The drivers are praised for their performance, contributing to an overall enjoyable ride. However, some users noted minor inconveniences such as a lack of toilet availability during one trip and a slight delay on another occasion.

Greyhound Australia Gold Coast Byron Bay recent customer reviews

It was really amazing, the driver did so well and I felt comfortable and happy. However, the toilet was unavailable the whole duration of the ride.

Jaime O.

November 11, 2025

comfortable seats, had no issues!

Myah H.

October 30, 2025

The bus came late.

Florencia S.

June 24, 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Gold Coast and Byron Bay?

Stops in Gold Coast

A - Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre

Stops in Byron Bay

A - Butler st

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gold Coast to Byron Bay by bus

What is the travel distance from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?
Gold Coast and Byron Bay are 73 km (45 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gold Coast to Byron Bay?
Buses departing from Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre in Gold Coast will take you to Butler st in Byron Bay.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-13

$40

11-14

$52

Today

$40

11-16

$34

11-17

$34

11-18

$34

11-19

$30

11-20

$30

The cheapest trip from Gold Coast to Byron Bay was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $52 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Byron Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-19.