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Bus Cairns to Canberra: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$515
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 14h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance2068 km

Cairns to Canberra Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Canberra

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

    The bus ride from Cairns to Canberra takes 2d 14h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Canberra in 2d 14h

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

    Cairns and Canberra are 2071 km (1284 miles) apart.

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

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Cairns to Canberra. With a starting ticket price of US$471, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    The bus from Cairns to Canberra will cost you US$515, on average.

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

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cairns to Canberra, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Canberra 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 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!

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

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