Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | DELTA | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | BOWEN | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:52 PM AEST.
Get from Bowen to Cairns
The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2356 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $127
Greyhound Australia Bowen Cairns recent customer reviews
Good company but I had a unpleasant driver
Romane D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bowen to Cairns by bus
What is the travel distance from Bowen to Cairns?
Bowen and Cairns are 433 km (269 miles) apart.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bowen to Cairns was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $122To 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 $122 to $183 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 $122 which is on 2025-11-27.
