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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Port Macquarie | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Port Macquarie | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Port Macquarie | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | Port Macquarie | No tags |
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Get from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie
The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers express dissatisfaction with the long duration of the trip, stating that they could drive the same distance in half the time. However, some customers appreciate that staff members were polite throughout their journey.
Greyhound Australia Gold Coast Port Macquarie recent customer reviews
Driver was very courteous and cheerful, gave plenty of notice before each stop and made sure all passengers were aware of which stop was next and how many were getting off and on. Will travel with again 😊
Dean C.
8-30 am to 5-45 pm is just too long I can drive that distance in half the time?
Murray J.
Awesome experience.
David M.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie 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 Gold Coast to Port Macquarie?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie start from $56. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Gold Coast to Port Macquarie?
The average bus trip duration from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 239 miles (385 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Gold Coast to Port Macquarie route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie?
The earliest bus departs from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie?
A bus trip from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 Gold Coast to Port Macquarie was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $132 for a bus ticket from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-13.
