Bus Tickets from Cairns to Bowen

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Bowen
    Destination location: BOWEN
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Bowen
    Destination location: DELTA
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Bowen
    Destination location: BOWEN
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Bowen
    Destination location: BOWEN
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Bowen
    Destination location: BOWEN
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cairns to Bowen: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$85
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 20m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance428 km
Latest bus departure3:00pm

Cairns to Bowen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Bowen

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

    The trip from Cairns to Bowen will take on average 18h 20m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Bowen in about 8h 30m.

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

    It's about 433 km (269 miles) from Cairns to Bowen.

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

    The least expensive option to go from Cairns to Bowen would be going by bus. Starting at US$68, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

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

    Taking the bus from Cairns to Bowen costs on average US$85.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Cairns to Bowen?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Cairns until 3:00pm and reaching Bowen on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Bowen was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Bowen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69 which is on 2025-05-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cairns to Bowen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cairns to Bowen.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cairns to Bowen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cairns to Bowen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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