All about buses to Cairns
Are you looking for a cheap coach to Cairns? Compare all 3 coach companies to Cairns and find out departure and arrival times, all 2 coach stations in Cairns, travel times and of course the best prices for the 38 daily buses to Cairns.
| Local Time | |
| Country | Australia |
| Bus connections | 38 |
| bus stations | 2 |
| cheapest ride | £5 |
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Cheap bus tickets to Cairns
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 19/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 19/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Con-X-ion0h 45m005:30Cairns AirportCairns Airport06:15CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Con-X-ion goes from Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) at 13/12/2025 05:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
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Greyhound Australia1h 15m012:25InnisfailBus Stop13:40CairnsPier Point0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Innisfail (Australia) at 18/12/2025 12:25:00 to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 18/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Greyhound Australia1h 15m012:25InnisfailBus Stop13:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Innisfail (Australia) at 13/12/2025 12:25:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m008:00TownsvilleBus Stop13:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 15/12/2025 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m017:00TownsvilleBus Stop22:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 15/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 22:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m017:00TownsvilleBus Stop22:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 13/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 22:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m017:00TownsvilleBus Stop22:40CairnsPier Point0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 15/12/2025 17:00:00 to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 22:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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FlixBus47h 10m019:20SydneyCentral Coach Station17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) at 19/12/2025 19:20:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m017:00TownsvilleBus Stop22:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 15/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 22:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m008:00TownsvilleBus Stop13:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 13/12/2025 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m008:00TownsvilleBus Stop13:40CairnsPier Point0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 15/12/2025 08:00:00 to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 15/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia5h 40m008:00TownsvilleBus Stop13:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 13/12/2025 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
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Greyhound Australia10h 30m012:10InnisfailBus Stop22:40CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Innisfail (Australia) at 13/12/2025 12:10:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 13/12/2025 22:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £89 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
On this page, we also show you the cheapest coach to Cairns over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about long-distance bus stops in Cairns which will help you find your way around. You will also find the most popular bus routes to Cairns.
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FAQs about the bus route to Cairns
Is there a direct coach to Cairns?
Whether there is a direct coach route to Cairns depends on which city you are travelling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out if there is a direct coach connection to Cairns. In this context, keep in mind that depending on the travel date, there may be fewer direct connections.
What can I take with me on my bus ride to Cairns?
Depending on which provider you travel to Cairns with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. To find out whether you can take your bike, snowboard or skis with you, for example, simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment does the coach to Cairns have?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most coaches now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Free Luggage, are often free of charge. Some coach providers also offer additional services for an added fee, including Bulky luggage and Drinks. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment and services available on the coach to Cairns on your planned travel date.
Which coach stops are there in Cairns?
There is a total of 2 coach stops in Cairns. Most coaches stop at Bus Stop. Check out our map of Cairns to find the coach stop that suits you best.
Which coach companies go to Cairns?
There are 3 coach providers going to Cairns: Con-X-ion, Greyhound Australia and FlixBus
How can I find the best coach deals to Cairns?
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How much could I save by comparing coaches to Cairns?
How much you can save depends on the city from where you are travelling to Cairns. Usually you can save more by booking your ticket highly in advance.
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The most searched bus routes to Cairns
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cairns. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
