Bus from Cairns to Brisbane: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cairns to Brisbane on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORTCheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland CresFastest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Brisbane AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:07 PM AEST.

Get from Cairns to Brisbane

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $275, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1389 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Brisbane by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cairns to Brisbane start from $275. The average price for this route is around $562. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus travel time from Cairns to Brisbane is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1389 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cairns to Brisbane route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cairns to Brisbane?

    The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Brisbane at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Brisbane?

    A bus trip from Cairns to Brisbane generates an estimated 35 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.

Best price found
11-26
$555
11-27
$551
Today
$560
11-29
$390
11-30
$551
12-01
$335
12-02
$338
12-03
$345
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $335

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $335 to $748 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $335 which is on 2025-12-01.

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