Compare all timetables for the bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Melbourne to Gold Coast from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 35h 30m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 09:30 | Gold Coast | Surfers Paradise Station | Economy | £272 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/05/2026 22:00:00 to Surfers Paradise Station, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 07/05/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £272 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
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Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast via Canberra, you can save more than £213? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus45h 40m009:00MelbourneSouthern Cross Station16:35CanberraCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/05/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) arriving at 07/05/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus18h 10m012:30CanberraCoach Station06:40Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) at 08/05/2026 12:30:00 to Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 09/05/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m
Waiting Time 19h 55mTravel time is 10h 10m longer, but you will save £213 -
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 35h 30m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 09:30 | Gold Coast | Surfers Paradise Station | Economy | £235 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/05/2026 22:00:00 to Surfers Paradise Station, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 08/05/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £235 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
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Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast via Canberra, you can save more than £176? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus45h 40m009:00MelbourneSouthern Cross Station16:35CanberraCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/05/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) arriving at 07/05/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus18h 10m012:30CanberraCoach Station06:40Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) at 08/05/2026 12:30:00 to Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 09/05/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m
Waiting Time 19h 55mTravel time is 10h 10m longer, but you will save £176 -
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 36h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Gold Coast | Southport Transit Centre | Economy | £221 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/05/2026 22:00:00 to Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 09/05/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £221 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m
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Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast via Canberra, you can save more than £162? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus45h 40m009:00MelbourneSouthern Cross Station16:35CanberraCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/05/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) arriving at 07/05/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus18h 10m012:30CanberraCoach Station06:40Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) at 08/05/2026 12:30:00 to Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 09/05/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m
Waiting Time 19h 55mTravel time is 9h 40m longer, but you will save £162 -
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 36h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Gold Coast | Southport Transit Centre | Economy | £223 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 10/05/2026 22:00:00 to Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 12/05/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £223 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m
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Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast via Canberra, you can save more than £164? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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FlixBus45h 40m009:00MelbourneSouthern Cross Station16:35CanberraCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/05/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) arriving at 07/05/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus18h 10m012:30CanberraCoach Station06:40Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Canberra (Australia) at 08/05/2026 12:30:00 to Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) arriving at 09/05/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 10m
Waiting Time 19h 55mTravel time is 9h 40m longer, but you will save £164 -
Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Melbourne to Gold Coast is £116 on 07/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Facts about coaches from Melbourne to Gold Coast
Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 1 times every day by bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast in one click! Book your bus ticket from Melbourne to Gold Coast starting from £116!
| Cheapest Bus | £116 |
| Fastest Bus | 35h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 22:00 |
| Latest Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 1 Ø |
| Distance | 1,346.1 km |
| Coach Companies | Greyhound Australia |
Cheapest coach connections from Melbourne to Gold Coast
Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Melbourne for Gold Coast: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
04/05
Tuesday
05/05
£193
Wednesday
06/05
£192
Thursday
07/05
£116
Friday
08/05
Saturday
09/05
£122
Sunday
10/05
£117
Monday
11/05
£122
Tuesday
12/05
£124
Wednesday
13/05
£117
Thursday
14/05
£123
Friday
15/05
Saturday
16/05
£124
Sunday
17/05
Monday
18/05
£124
Tuesday
19/05
Wednesday
20/05
£123
Thursday
21/05
£124
Friday
22/05
£124
Saturday
23/05
Sunday
24/05
Monday
25/05
£124
Tuesday
26/05
Wednesday
27/05
Thursday
28/05
£124
Friday
29/05
£124
Saturday
30/05
Sunday
31/05
How to save money travelling from Melbourne to Gold Coast
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Melbourne to Gold Coast in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Melbourne to Gold Coast are also emptier.All bus stations and stops in Melbourne and Gold Coast
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Melbourne and Gold Coast.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Melbourne to Gold Coast? Or which bus companies serve the route Melbourne to Gold Coast? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Melbourne to Gold Coast bus
How much does a Melbourne - Gold Coast coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Melbourne - Gold Coast bus trip is available from £116 and takes 36h 0m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Melbourne to Gold Coast?
The connection Melbourne to Gold Coast is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £116 to £272. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Melbourne - Gold Coast route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Melbourne to Gold Coast is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Gold Coast from Melbourne take?
The quickest coach from Melbourne to Gold Coast is provided by Greyhound Australia and takes 35h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £272. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast?
The earliest bus to Gold Coast departs from Melbourne at 22:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Melbourne to Gold Coast?
The latest bus to Gold Coast departs from Melbourne at 22:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Melbourne - Gold Coast route?
Passengers looking to travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast can travel with Greyhound Australia. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Gold Coast?
You can check all the direct connections between Melbourne and Gold Coast by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia.
What can I take with me on the bus to Gold Coast from Melbourne?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Melbourne Gold Coast bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Melbourne Gold Coast bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Melbourne to Gold Coast on your planned travel date.
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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Melbourne to Gold Coast
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
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