Bus Tickets from Bowen to Cairns

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from US$97
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from US$102
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from US$76
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from US$85

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Bowen
    Departure location: DELTA
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Bowen
    Departure location: DELTA
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Bowen
    Departure location: BOWEN
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Bowen
    Departure location: BOWEN
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Bowen
    Departure location: DELTA
    Arrival time: May 19 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Bowen to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$93
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure9:15am
Distance428 km
Latest bus departure11:55am

Bowen to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bowen - Cairns

  1. How long is the trip from Bowen to Cairns by bus?

    The bus ride from Bowen to Cairns takes 10h 45m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 8h 5m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Bowen to Cairns?

    Bowen and Cairns are 433 km (269 miles) apart.

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Bowen to Cairns?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cairns from Bowen; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$70, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Bowen to Cairns?

    The bus from Bowen to Cairns will cost you US$93, on average.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-17
US$79
05-18
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Today
US$92
05-20
US$93
05-21
US$97
05-22
US$78
05-23
US$72
05-24
US$78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bowen to Cairns was searched and found on May 23, 2025 with a price of US$72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bowen to Cairns, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$122 for a bus ticket from Bowen to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-05-23.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bowen to Cairns will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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