What is the best way to travel from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Rockhampton from Gold Coast. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Rockhampton from Gold Coast?
You can reach Rockhampton with just £66 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus19h 30m006:45Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 25/03/2026 06:45:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 26/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
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FlixBus18h 50m007:25Gold CoastSurfers Paradise02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 25/03/2026 07:25:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 26/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus19h 30m006:45Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 27/03/2026 06:45:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 28/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
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FlixBus18h 50m007:25Gold CoastSurfers Paradise02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 27/03/2026 07:25:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 28/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Greyhound Australia16h 45m010:00Gold CoastSouthport Transit Centre02:45RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) at 31/03/2026 10:00:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 01/04/2026 02:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £166 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
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Greyhound Australia15h 20m010:00Gold CoastSouthport Transit Centre01:20RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) at 31/03/2026 10:00:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 01/04/2026 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £204 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
You can get to Rockhampton from Gold Coast in just 15h 20m with a Bus from Greyhound Australia. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus18h 50m007:25Gold CoastSurfers Paradise02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 25/03/2026 07:25:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 26/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
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FlixBus19h 30m006:45Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 25/03/2026 06:45:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 26/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus18h 50m007:25Gold CoastSurfers Paradise02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 27/03/2026 07:25:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 28/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
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FlixBus19h 30m006:45Gold CoastGolden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop02:15RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Coach Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 27/03/2026 06:45:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 28/03/2026 02:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Greyhound Australia15h 20m010:00Gold CoastSouthport Transit Centre01:20RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) at 31/03/2026 10:00:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 01/04/2026 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £204 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m
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Greyhound Australia16h 45m010:00Gold CoastSouthport Transit Centre02:45RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southport Transit Centre, Gold Coast (Australia) at 31/03/2026 10:00:00 to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 01/04/2026 02:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £166 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Gold Coast to Rockhampton
What are the most popular stations in Gold Coast and Rockhampton?
In Gold Coast, you will usually depart from Ormeau Station, Helensvale or Surfers Paradise, while in Rockhampton you will be arriving at Angas St at Rockhampton Girls Grammar Coach Stop, Y Motels Rockhampton or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Rockhampton from Gold Coast? With 2 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Gold Coast and Rockhampton, you can pay as low as £66 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Greyhound Australia: you will get to Rockhampton in just 15h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Gold Coast and Rockhampton are FlixBus and Greyhound Australia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Gold Coast and Rockhampton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Currumbin or to Rockhampton Airport, and look at flights from Gold Coast Airport, and landing at Rockhampton Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
The most popular companies between Gold Coast and Rockhampton, are FlixBus and Greyhound Australia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound Australia
All you need to know when you travel from Gold Coast to Rockhampton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gold Coast to Rockhampton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Gold Coast to Rockhampton
How can I reach Rockhampton from Gold Coast?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Rockhampton from Gold Coast.
How far is Rockhampton from Gold Coast?
The distance between Gold Coast and Rockhampton is 591.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gold Coast and Rockhampton?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 101 kgs, and a flight 145 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
You can get to Rockhampton with just £66 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to Rockhampton?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Rockhampton in just 15h 20m with a Bus from Greyhound Australia.
More routes to Gold Coast and to Rockhampton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gold Coast and to Rockhampton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Gold Coast
- Byron Bay to Gold Coast
- Melbourne to Gold Coast
- Newcastle, NSW to Gold Coast
- Sydney to Gold Coast
- Trips to Rockhampton
- Brisbane Airport to Rockhampton
- Brisbane to Rockhampton
