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

today

$424

tomorrow

$420

Sunday

$426

Monday

$383

Tuesday

$428

Wednesday

$421

Thursday

$416

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Pier Point	Economy	$424	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/23/2026 2:00:00 PM to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/24/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $424 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$437	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/23/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/24/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $437 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$568	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/23/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/24/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $568 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $106? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  32h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  1:20 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/25/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- Greyhound Australia
  
  18h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:00 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  8:00 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $244
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/26/2026 2:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $244 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m
Travel time is 2h 0m longer, but you will save $106

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Pier Point	Economy	$420	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/24/2026 2:00:00 PM to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $420 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	32h 40m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	10:40 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$433	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/24/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/25/2026 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $433 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$439	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/24/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $439 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$566	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/24/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $566 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $191? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  35h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $142
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/26/2026 7:00:00 AM to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $142 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $86
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/27/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/27/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 5h 55m longer, but you will save $191

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$426	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/25/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $426 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$437	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/25/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $437 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 40m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	10:40 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$486	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/25/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $486 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$536	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/25/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $536 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $197? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  35h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  7:45 PM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $142
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/26/2026 7:00:00 AM to George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $142 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $86
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/27/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/27/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 5h 55m longer, but you will save $197

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$383	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/26/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $383 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$439	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/26/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $439 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$538	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/26/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $538 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $221? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  30h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  1:20 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $87
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $221

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$428	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/27/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/28/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $428 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	32h 40m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	10:40 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$433	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/27/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/28/2026 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $433 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$439	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/27/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/28/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $439 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$497	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/27/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/28/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $497 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $266? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  30h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  1:20 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $87
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $266

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Pier Point	Economy	$421	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 2:00:00 PM to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $421 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$439	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $439 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$496	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $496 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $259? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  30h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  1:20 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $87
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $259

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	30h 0m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Pier Point	Economy	$416	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:00:00 PM to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $416 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound Australia	32h 40m	2:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	10:40 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$433	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/30/2026 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $433 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 40m
Greyhound Australia	35h 30m	8:30 AM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$439	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/29/2026 8:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $439 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound Australia	32h 0m	12:00 PM	Brisbane	Roma St Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$497	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/29/2026 12:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $497 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Cairns via Rockhampton, you can save more than $254? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound Australia
  
  30h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Brisbane
  Roma St Bus Station
  
  1:20 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Roma St Bus Station, Brisbane (Australia) at 10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Station, Rockhampton (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  16h 10m
  
  0
  
  2:45 AM
  
  Rockhampton
  George Street Bus Stop
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Cairns
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $87
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 10/29/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 10/29/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $254

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Brisbane to Cairns is $204 on 10/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Brisbane and Cairns

See here how frequent the connections between Brisbane and Cairns are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Brisbane to Cairns. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Brisbane and Cairns.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 24 buses from Brisbane to Cairns, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Brisbane and Cairns, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brisbane to Cairns

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 4 times every day by bus from Brisbane to Cairns in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brisbane to Cairns starting from $204!

Cheapest Bus	$204
Fastest Bus	30h 0m
Earliest Bus	8:30 AM
Latest Bus	2:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	863.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from Brisbane to Cairns

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Brisbane for Cairns: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/18

Monday 10/19

Tuesday 10/20

Wednesday 10/21

Thursday 10/22

Friday 10/23

$426

Saturday 10/24

$204

Sunday 10/25

$426

Monday 10/26

$428

Tuesday 10/27

$428

Wednesday 10/28

$427

Thursday 10/29

$428

Friday 10/30

$429

Saturday 10/31

$428

Sunday 11/01

$425

Monday 11/02

$428

Tuesday 11/03

$428

Wednesday 11/04

$428

Thursday 11/05

$425

Friday 11/06

$214

Saturday 11/07

$430

Sunday 11/08

$255

Monday 11/09

$429

Tuesday 11/10

$214

Wednesday 11/11

$433

Thursday 11/12

$425

Friday 11/13

Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Brisbane to Cairns

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brisbane to Cairns, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $204, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brisbane to Cairns. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $421.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brisbane to Cairns, with $383. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $437.

How to save money travelling from Brisbane to Cairns

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 Cairns 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 Cairns, 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 Cairns are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Brisbane and Cairns

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

Roma St Bus Station

Roma Street, Brisbane Transit Centre 151

Wooloowin Station

Park Road Railway Station

Fortitude Valley

Altandi Station

Pier Point

Pier Point Road

Bus Stop

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 Cairns? Compare all modes of transports from Brisbane to Cairns.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brisbane to Cairns

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

FAQs about the Brisbane to Cairns bus

How much does a Brisbane Cairns bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $204 and takes 30h 0m to reach Cairns. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $204 and $568. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cairns.

On average, how many connections are available from Brisbane to Cairns each day?

Every day, the Brisbane to Cairns bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Brisbane to Cairns take?

The fastest bus from Brisbane to Cairns is offered by Greyhound Australia and takes 30h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $426. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brisbane to Cairns?

The earliest bus arriving in Cairns from Brisbane starts at 8:30 AM. 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 Cairns?

The latest bus trip departing from Brisbane for Cairns 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 Cairns route?

When traveling by bus from Brisbane to Cairns, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia. 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 Cairns?

You can check all the direct connections between Brisbane and Cairns 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.

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

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Brisbane and to Cairns

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Brisbane and to Cairns. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!