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Bus Cairns to Brisbane Airport: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$388
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance1387 km

Cairns to Brisbane Airport Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Brisbane Airport

  1. How long is the bus ride from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

    The typical travel time from Cairns to Brisbane Airport by bus is around 1d 10h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 1d 10h.

  2. How far is Cairns from Brisbane Airport?

    The distance between Cairns and Brisbane Airport is approximately 1390 km (862 miles).

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

    The least expensive way to go from Cairns to Brisbane Airport would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$385, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

    You can expect to pay around US$388 for the bus ride from Cairns to Brisbane Airport.

  5. Can I take an overnight bus from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

    Yes! If you're heading from Cairns to Brisbane Airport, you'll find buses departing until 7:00am and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-01
US$371
06-02
US$373
Today
US$367
06-04
US$367
06-05
US$367
06-06
US$366
06-07
US$366
06-08
US$365
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Brisbane Airport was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$365

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

You can expect to pay from US$365 to US$381 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane Airport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$365 which is on 2025-06-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cairns to Brisbane Airport.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 Brisbane Airport.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cairns to Brisbane Airport that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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.

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

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

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