Answer first
- Operators
- Con-X-ion, Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia
- Cheapest known fare
- From $33 with Greyhound Australia, seen when we last checked on 15 Oct. This operator prices by demand, so confirm it on their site.
- Journey time
- About 1h 40m
- Distance
- 101 km by road
- Booking
- Booking is direct with the operator, though at least one operator has restrictions on this corridor.
The route at a glance
The Maroochydore–Brisbane corridor.
Maroochydore to Brisbane is the southbound Sunshine Coast run: 100 kilometres down the Sunshine Motorway and Bruce Highway. Greyhound and Premier run daily services taking around 2 hours; Con-X-ion's shuttle runs to Brisbane Airport rather than the city. The corridor is heavily used by travellers connecting from Sunshine Coast Airport flights or heading to Brisbane Airport for international connections.
Typical calling points
- MaroochydoreQLD
- MooloolabaQLD
- BurpengaryQLD
- AspleyQLD
- ChermsideQLD
- BrisbaneQLD
Typical stops on this corridor. Actual calling points vary by operator and service.
Journey essentials
- Onboard
- Wi-Fi · Toilet · USB charging · Wheelchair access
- Luggage
- 1 × 40kg checked bag
Compare operators
Who runs this route.
Greyhound Australia
Wi-FiToiletUSB chargingWheelchair accessEco-friendly40kg luggagerestored after bogus-no-service deletion 2026-05-07
Bookon Greyhound AustraliaFrom$33Services
Depart Arrive Runs 7:15 AM 9:00 AM Daily 11:30 AM 1:00 PM Daily 3:50 PM 5:30 PM Daily - Bookon Premier Motor ServiceFrom$36
Services
Depart Arrive Runs 10:45 AM 12:30 PM Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun - Booking restricted. This operator sells this corridor only as an airport shuttle, to or from the airport rather than the city centre. Search from the airport stop for its timetable and fares.
Fares are indicative. Live pricing may vary by date and availability. AusBus earns a small commission on some bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Travel tips
What to know before you go.
Short-hop coach services on this corridor run frequently enough that walk-on fares are usually available, but Friday afternoon and Sunday evening departures fill faster than other times. Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before departure. Most operators begin boarding 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time and won't hold the coach for late passengers. Check the operator's luggage policy before you travel. Most include one checked bag (40 kg) and one carry-on, but allowances vary by carrier and additional bags usually attract a fee.
Worth timing your trip for
What's on in Brisbane
DecemberWoodford, QLDWoodford Folk Festival27 December to 1 January (6 days)
MayBrisbane, QLDPaniyiri Greek FestivalThird weekend of May (2 days)
AugustBrisbane, QLDRoyal Queensland Show (Ekka)Nine to ten days in early-to-mid August; People's Day on the second Wednesday
Route FAQs
Maroochydore to Brisbane, answered.
- Around 1 hour and 40 minutes for a typical scheduled service. Travel time can vary by 30 minutes or more depending on the operator, the number of intermediate stops, and traffic on the day.
- The coach route is about 101 kilometres. The coach covers it in around 1 hour and 40 minutes, allowing for stops.
- Fares start from around $33 one-way. Booking a few days ahead is usually enough. Same-day bookings on long-haul corridors can run double the advance-purchase price during school holidays.
- Con-X-ion, Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia operate services on this route. Use the operator comparison above to see which suits your travel date, budget and preferences for amenities like Wi-Fi, USB charging and onboard toilets.
- Yes. Con-X-ion, Premier Motor Service and Greyhound Australia run direct services on this corridor, so you can travel Maroochydore to Brisbane without changing coaches. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- Services on this route offer Wi-Fi, an onboard toilet, USB charging and wheelchair access. Amenities vary by operator and vehicle, so check the specific service when you book.
- Last-minute seats are sometimes available, but never guaranteed, particularly on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and during school holidays. Booking online a few days ahead is strongly recommended and almost always cheaper.
- Most operators include one checked bag (up to 40 kg) and one carry-on bag in the ticket price. Additional bags usually attract a fee. Check the specific operator's luggage policy at the time of booking.
Keep going
Onward from Brisbane.
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