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Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 09:13 AEST.
Get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach
The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2383 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £130
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?
The cheapest coach tickets from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach start from £130. The average price for this route is around £173. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?
The average bus journey time from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach is 15h 45m, covering a distance of 477 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach at 12:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?
A bus journey from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £144 to £244 for a bus ticket from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £144, which is on 2025-12-13.
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