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Bus Cairns to Rainbow Beach: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$304
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance1253 km

Cairns to Rainbow Beach Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cairns to Rainbow Beach. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cairns to Rainbow Beach.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cairns to Rainbow Beach, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Rainbow Beach

  1. How long does it take to get to Rainbow Beach from Cairns by bus?

    The trip from Cairns to Rainbow Beach will take on average 1d 1h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 1d 1h.

  2. What is the distance between Cairns and Rainbow Beach?

    It's about 1255 km (778 miles) from Cairns to Rainbow Beach.

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

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Rainbow Beach from Cairns; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$295, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

    You can expect to pay around US$304 for the bus ride from Cairns to Rainbow Beach.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

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

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cairns and Rainbow Beach!

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 Rainbow Beach.

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 Rainbow Beach that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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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