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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Butler st | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Butler st | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Get from Byron Bay to Cairns
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $589, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2378 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 $589
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Byron Bay to Cairns by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Byron Bay to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Byron Bay to Cairns start from $589. The average price for this route is around $722. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Byron Bay to Cairns?
The average bus travel time from Byron Bay to Cairns is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1530 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Byron Bay to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Byron Bay to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Byron Bay to Cairns at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Byron Bay to Cairns?
A bus trip from Byron Bay to Cairns generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Byron Bay to Cairns was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $560To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Byron Bay to Cairns, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $560 to $702 for a bus ticket from Byron Bay to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $560 which is on 2025-12-10.
