The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sydney to Byron Bay
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
43Rp
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
103Rp
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
12 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
13 h 13 m
Buses on 02 Sept
3
Distance
624 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sydney to Byron Bay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sydney to Byron Bay will cost around 103Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 43Rp.
On Wed, 02 Sept, we found 3 buses from Sydney to Byron Bay, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 624 km distance in an average of 13 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus5:20 PM12h20Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)5:40 AMByron Bay, Interchange43 Rp1One-way0 changes
PM126:45 PM14h00Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)8:45 AMByron Bay, Interchange82 Rp1One-way0 changes
GX2448:30 PM13h20Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)9:50 AMByron Bay, Interchange185 Rp1One-way0 changes
FlixBus5:20 PM12h20Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)5:40 AMByron Bay, Interchange43 Rp1One-way0 changes
GX2448:30 PM13h20Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)9:50 AMByron Bay, Interchange185 Rp1One-way0 changes
PM126:45 PM14h00Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station)8:45 AMByron Bay, Interchange82 Rp1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Sydney to Byron Bay
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sydney to Byron Bay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of 50Rp For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of 50Rp, while a coach costs an average of 60Rp.
Distance: 624 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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60Rp Average Price | 50Rp Average Price Cheapest |
13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sydney to Byron Bay bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sydney to Byron Bay coaches for today, Tuesday, 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GX244 | 8:30 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 13h20 | 9:50 AM Byron Bay, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 2 September | |||||
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 12h20 | 5:40 AM Byron Bay, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
PM12 | 6:45 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 14h00 | 8:45 AM Byron Bay, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sydney to Byron Bay
Buses from Sydney to Byron Bay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 28Rp if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:20, the last at 10:30. The fastest coach covers the 624 km distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 624 km |
Average bus duration 12h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price 28Rp |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 7:20 AM |
Last bus 10:30 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound Australia, FlixBus, Greyhound, Premier Motor Service from Sydney to Byron BayYou can travel by bus between Sydney to Byron Bay with Greyhound Australia, FlixBus, Greyhound, Premier Motor Service for as low as 28Rp. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sydney to Byron Bay coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sydney to Byron Bay by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Byron Bay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound Australia
- Buses have designated spaces for wheelchairs.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound Australia
- Flexible Fare tickets can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure for an open-dated ticket valid for 12 months.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound Australia
- Two pieces of checked baggage up to 20kg each and one carry-on up to 8kg.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound Australia
- Two extra bags allowed for $10 each
- additional items at standard freight rates.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sydney and Byron Bay
Most Sydney to Byron Bay buses use the Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) to Byron Bay, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Sydney and Byron Bay bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sydney station do buses to Byron Bay leave from?
Getting to Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) from Sydney city centre
Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) is 1 km from Sydney city centre. Public transport options include:
Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) bus station facilities and services
Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several eateries are in and around the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are aTM machines located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station): Station is wheelchair accessible.
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