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Sydney to Brisbane Bus

Travel on the Sydney to Brisbane bus and discover some of the East Coast’s most popular destinations.

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From Sydney Harbour to the banks of the Brisbane River, the route between two of Australia’s largest cities takes in some of the East Coast’s most popular destinations. With Greyhound, you can choose how you make the journey: take more time and connect with more destinations along the East Coast, or choose the Express service to travel between Sydney and Brisbane over two hours faster. 

Along the way, services connect Sydney and Brisbane with coastal favourites including Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Yamba, Ballina, Byron Bay and the Gold Coast. Take the time to explore more of the coast along the way, or choose Express when reaching Brisbane sooner better suits your trip. 

Once in Brisbane, there’s plenty to discover across the city, from South Bank and its riverside precinct to the City Botanic Gardens, QAGOMA, Story Bridge and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. 

Travelling on a Sydney to Brisbane bus gives you the flexibility to choose the journey that suits your trip. Take the time to experience more destinations along the East Coast, or choose Express when getting to Brisbane sooner better suits your plans, with reclining seats and air conditioned coaches helping you relax on the journey north towards Queensland’s capital. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the bus trip from Sydney to Brisbane take?
The bus trip from Sydney to Brisbane takes 17h.
The bus ticket from Sydney to Brisbane starts from $94.00. All our fares come in two tiers – Early Bird and Flexible – with prices varying based on how far in advance you are making a booking. You can find the most up-to-date pricing for your trip by using the booking form above or for more information on the different types of fares visit our Compare Fares page.
You can pay for your bus ticket from Sydney to Brisbane by debit/credit card or digital wallet such as Google and Apple pay. We also offer buy now pay later services such as Zip Money.
You can track your Greyhound coach from Sydney to Brisbane in real time using our Coach Tracker. Just enter your service number or select your stop to see live location updates and any changes to your expected arrival.
The earliest daily departure from Sydney to Brisbane leaves at 7:00pm. Check our timetable for the most current schedule, as departure times can vary by season.
The last coach of the day from Sydney to Brisbane departs at 9:30pm.
No printing needed - simply show your e-ticket on your phone or tablet with a form of i.d to the bus driver prior to boarding.
Coaches on the Sydney to Brisbane route come with reclining seats, onboard toilets, and air conditioning, with select services also offering free Wi-Fi and USB charging outlets. Seat selection can be added when you book. See our coach features page for what’s available on your specific service.
You can bring one carry-on bag (up to 8kg) plus two checked bags (up to 20kg each) at no extra cost on the Sydney to Brisbane route. Need to bring more? Extra bags can be added for $10 each, up to two additional pieces. Prams and wheelchairs travel free regardless of your baggage total. Full details are on our baggage page.
Sydney and Brisbane are approximately 1,021km from each other.
Greyhound Australia’s coaches are designed to support passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair users. If you’re travelling with Greyhound and need mobility or travel assistance, please get in touch with us so our team can help you plan and book your trip.

All Greyhound coaches feature reclining seats, USB charging ports, individual reading lights and air conditioning for a comfortable journey. Complimentary WiFi is also available on East Coast services. For more information, visit our Travel Information page.

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