Find coaches from Gold Coast to Mackay

Next departures

Next departures from Gold Coast to Mackay on 1 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Australia
Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre
Victoria StCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:40 AEST.

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Bus Gold Coast to Mackay: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$289
Average bus trip duration19h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure09:30
Distance543 miles
Latest bus departure12:00

Gold Coast to Mackay Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Gold Coast to Mackay is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Gold Coast to Mackay from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gold Coast to Mackay, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gold Coast - Mackay

  1. How far is Mackay from Gold Coast by coach?

    The journey from Gold Coast to Mackay by coach covers an approximate distance of 544 miles (876 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Mackay from Gold Coast without flying?

    To travel from Gold Coast to Mackay without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/09
No data
29/09
No data
Today
US$270
01/10
US$333
02/10
No data
03/10
No data
04/10
No data
05/10
US$337
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gold Coast to Mackay was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$270

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 Mackay as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$270 to US$337 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$333, which is on 2025-10-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Gold Coast to Mackay.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gold Coast to Mackay, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gold Coast to Mackay that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Gold Coast to Mackay, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Gold Coast by bus?

Bus from Mackay to Gold Coast

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting Gold Coast

Buses Leaving from Gold Coast

Buses Going to Gold Coast

Popular Buses Connecting Mackay

Buses Leaving from Mackay

Buses Going to Mackay