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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Brisbane Airport
    Departure location: BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT
    Arrival time: June 22 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: June 21 at
    Departure city: Brisbane Airport
    Departure location: BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT
    Arrival time: June 22 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: June 21 at
    Departure city: Brisbane Airport
    Departure location: BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT
    Arrival time: June 22 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 Brisbane Airport to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$430
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:50am
Distance1387 km

Brisbane Airport to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Brisbane Airport - Cairns

  1. How long does it take to get to Cairns from Brisbane Airport by bus?

    The typical travel time from Brisbane Airport to Cairns by bus is around 1d 11h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Cairns in about 1d 11h.

  2. What is the distance between Brisbane Airport and Cairns?

    The distance covered from Brisbane Airport to Cairns is 1390 km (862 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Brisbane Airport to Cairns?

    The least expensive option to go from Brisbane Airport to Cairns would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$381, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much is the bus from Brisbane Airport to Cairns?

    The bus fare from Brisbane Airport to Cairns is approximately US$430.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Brisbane Airport to Cairns?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Brisbane Airport until 8:50am and reaching Cairns on the following day.

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US$447
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brisbane Airport to Cairns was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$447

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

You can expect to pay from US$447 to US$455 for a bus ticket from Brisbane Airport to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$447 which is on 2025-06-20.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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