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

today
$319
tomorrow
$321
Friday
$321
Saturday
$319
Sunday
$65
Monday
$319
Tuesday
$321

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $319
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $238? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      34h 35m
      0
      11:00 AM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      12:15 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • FlixBus
      31h 5m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      10:35 PM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $66
    Travel Time is 4h 55m shorter, and you will save $238

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $321
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $240? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      34h 35m
      0
      11:00 AM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      12:15 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • FlixBus
      31h 5m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      10:35 PM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $66
    Travel Time is 4h 55m shorter, and you will save $240

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $321
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $240? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      34h 35m
      0
      11:00 AM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      12:15 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • FlixBus
      31h 5m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      10:35 PM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $66
    Travel Time is 4h 55m shorter, and you will save $240

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $319
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $238? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      34h 35m
      0
      11:00 AM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      12:15 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 2h 15m
    • FlixBus
      31h 5m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      10:35 PM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $66
    Travel Time is 4h 55m shorter, and you will save $238

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 28h 35m 6:15 AM Brisbane Roma Street Train Station 11:50 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $65
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $323

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $319
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $239? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      43h 50m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 16h 10m
    • FlixBus
      27h 20m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      11:50 AM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $61
    Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save $239

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Australia 38h 30m 2:00 PM Brisbane Roma St Bus Station 5:30 AM Melbourne Southern Cross Station  Economy $321
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Gold Coast, you can save more than $241? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound Australia
      43h 50m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Roma St Bus Station
      3:20 PM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise Station
      0
      Greyhound Australia
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 16h 10m
    • FlixBus
      27h 20m
      0
      7:30 AM
      Gold Coast
      Surfers Paradise
      11:50 AM
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $61
    Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save $241

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Brisbane to Melbourne is $47 on 11/10/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Brisbane and Melbourne

See here how frequent the connections between Brisbane and Melbourne are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Brisbane to Melbourne. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Brisbane and Melbourne.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Brisbane to Melbourne, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Brisbane and Melbourne, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Brisbane to Melbourne in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne starting from $47!

Cheapest Bus $47
Fastest Bus 29h 35m
Earliest Bus 2:00 PM
Latest Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 854.5 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound Australia and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Brisbane to Melbourne

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Brisbane for Melbourne: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/21/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
$131
Thursday 10/22
$132
Friday 10/23
$132
Saturday 10/24
$131
Sunday 10/25
$132
Monday 10/26
$163
Tuesday 10/27
$132
Wednesday 10/28
$163
Thursday 10/29
$132
Friday 10/30
$164
Saturday 10/31
$157
Sunday 11/01
$188
Monday 11/02
$132
Tuesday 11/03
$131
Wednesday 11/04
Thursday 11/05
Friday 11/06
Saturday 11/07
$68
Sunday 11/08
$164
Monday 11/09
$164
Tuesday 11/10
$47
Wednesday 11/11
$132
Thursday 11/12
$164
Friday 11/13
$132
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Brisbane to Melbourne

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $47, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brisbane to Melbourne. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $132.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brisbane to Melbourne, with $64. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $319.

How to save money travelling from Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Melbourne are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Brisbane to Melbourne

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

Greyhound Australia from Brisbane to Melbourne

Greyhound Australia

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

Cheapest Price $319
Fastest Bus 39h 30m
Earliest Bus 2:00 PM
Last Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 10/20/2026

FlixBus from Brisbane to Melbourne

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $65
Fastest Bus 29h 35m
Earliest Bus 6:15 AM
Last Bus 6:15 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 9/25/2026

All bus stations and stops in Brisbane and Melbourne

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Brisbane to Melbourne? Compare all modes of transports from Brisbane to Melbourne.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne

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

FAQs about the Brisbane to Melbourne bus

How much does a Brisbane Melbourne bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $47 and takes 29h 35m to reach Melbourne. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $47 and $323. 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 Brisbane to Melbourne each day?

Every day, the Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Melbourne take?

The fastest bus from Brisbane to Melbourne is offered by FlixBus and takes 29h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brisbane to Melbourne?

The earliest bus arriving in Melbourne from Brisbane starts at 2:00 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 Brisbane to Melbourne?

The latest bus trip departing from Brisbane for Melbourne starts at 2:00 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 Brisbane Melbourne route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Melbourne?

You can check all the direct connections between Brisbane 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: Greyhound Australia and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane to Melbourne on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Brisbane to Melbourne?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Brisbane and Melbourne. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brisbane to Melbourne?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Brisbane and Melbourne change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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