Bus Gold Coast to Melbourne - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Gold Coast to Melbourne from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound Australia for the next days.

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Sunday

$322

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

$298

Thursday

$51

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound Australia	38h 10m	3:20 PM	Gold Coast	Surfers Paradise	5:30 AM	Melbourne	Southern Cross Station		Economy	$322	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/14/2025 3:20:00 PM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $322 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Gold Coast to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $222? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  32h 5m
  
  0
  
  10:20 AM
  
  Gold Coast
  Surfers Paradise
  
  12:00 AM
  
  Sydney
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $58
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/15/2025 10:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 12:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 40m
  
  0
  
  7:45 AM
  
  Sydney
  Central Bus Station
  
  7:25 PM
  
  Melbourne
  Southern Cross Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $42
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sydney (Australia) at 12/16/2025 7:45:00 AM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Travel Time is 6h 5m shorter, and you will save $222

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound Australia	37h 10m	3:20 PM	Gold Coast	Surfers Paradise	5:30 AM	Melbourne	Southern Cross Station		Economy	$298	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/17/2025 3:20:00 PM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $298 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Gold Coast to Melbourne via Canberra, you can save more than $241? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 0m
  
  0
  
  3:45 PM
  
  Gold Coast
  Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Bus Stop
  
  11:25 AM
  
  Canberra
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Bus Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Canberra (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 11:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  7h 40m
  
  0
  
  12:05 PM
  
  Canberra
  Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Melbourne
  Southern Cross Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $46
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Canberra (Australia) at 12/19/2025 12:05:00 PM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
Travel Time is 11h 10m shorter, and you will save $241

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	27h 25m	3:00 PM	Gold Coast	Surfers Paradise	7:25 PM	Melbourne	Southern Cross Station		Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:00:00 PM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 25m
	FlixBus	26h 40m	3:45 PM	Gold Coast	Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Bus Stop	7:25 PM	Melbourne	Southern Cross Station		Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Golden Four Dr at Bilinga Beach Bus Stop, Gold Coast (Australia) at 12/18/2025 3:45:00 PM to Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne is $51 on 12/18/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound Australia that travel 1 times every day by bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gold Coast to Melbourne starting from $51!

Cheapest Bus	$51
Fastest Bus	27h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:20 PM
Latest Bus	3:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	836.7 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Gold Coast for Melbourne: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Saturday

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

$249

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

$240

Thursday 12/18

$51

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

$146

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

$183

Wednesday 12/31

$267

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Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

How to save money travelling from Gold Coast to Melbourne

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 Gold Coast to Melbourne 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 Gold Coast to Melbourne, 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 buses from Gold Coast to Melbourne are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Gold Coast to Melbourne

These are the most booked bus companies between Gold Coast to Melbourne from our users.

Greyhound Australia from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Australia bus route Gold Coast to Melbourne:

Cheapest Price	$298
Fastest Bus	38h 10m
Earliest Bus	3:20 PM
Last Bus	3:20 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

FlixBus from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Gold Coast to Melbourne:

Cheapest Price	$51
Fastest Bus	27h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:00 PM
Last Bus	3:45 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/9/2025

All bus stations and stops in Gold Coast and Melbourne

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Gold Coast and Melbourne.

Surfers Paradise

Beach Rd Surfers Paradise QLD 7

Old Burleigh Rd

Robina Station

Second Avenue Bus Stop

Varsity Lakes

Deer Park

Ballarat Rd

Melton

High Street Service Rd

Southern Cross Station

Spencer Street 99

Victoria St/The Esplanade

Swanston Street Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Gold Coast to Melbourne? Or which bus companies serve the route Gold Coast to Melbourne? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Gold Coast to Melbourne bus

How much does a Gold Coast Melbourne bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $51 and takes 28h 25m to reach Melbourne. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gold Coast to Melbourne?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $51 and $322. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Melbourne.

On average, how many connections are available from Gold Coast to Melbourne each day?

Every day, the Gold Coast to Melbourne bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Gold Coast to Melbourne take?

The fastest bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne is offered by FlixBus and takes 27h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $51. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne?

The earliest bus arriving in Melbourne from Gold Coast starts at 3:20 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne?

The latest bus trip departing from Gold Coast for Melbourne starts at 3:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Gold Coast Melbourne route?

When traveling by bus from Gold Coast to Melbourne, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound Australia. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and Melbourne?

You can check all the direct connections between Gold Coast and Melbourne by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound Australia.

What can I take with me on the Gold Coast to Melbourne bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Gold Coast Melbourne bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gold Coast Melbourne 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 traveling 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 Gold Coast to Melbourne on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gold Coast to Melbourne

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Gold Coast and to Melbourne

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Gold Coast and to Melbourne. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!