Bus Tickets from Cairns to Cardwell

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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 14 at
    Destination city: Cardwell
    Destination location: Cardwell
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 14 at
    Destination city: Cardwell
    Destination location: Cardwell
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 14 at
    Destination city: Cardwell
    Destination location: Cardwell
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 14 at
    Destination city: Cardwell
    Destination location: Cardwell
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 14 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: May 14 at
    Destination city: Cardwell
    Destination location: Cardwell
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cairns to Cardwell: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance151 km
Latest bus departure3:00pm

Cairns to Cardwell Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Cardwell

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

    The bus ride from Cairns to Cardwell takes 2h 45m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Cardwell in 2h 45m

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

    Cairns and Cardwell are 152 km (95 miles) apart.

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

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Cairns to Cardwell. With a starting ticket price of US$46, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    The bus from Cairns to Cardwell will cost you US$50, on average.

  5. Is it possible to do a day trip from Cairns to Cardwell?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Cairns to Cardwell. The round-trip travel time is approximately 5h 30m. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Cardwell.

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

Best price found
05-10
US$47
05-11
US$47
Today
US$47
05-13
US$47
05-14
US$48
05-15
US$47
05-16
US$47
05-17
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Cardwell was searched and found on May 16, 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Cardwell based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47 which is on 2025-05-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cairns to Cardwell, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Cardwell.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cairns to Cardwell while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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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