Bus Tickets from Cairns to Townsville

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

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Bus Cairns to Townsville: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance282 km
Latest bus departure3:00pm

Cairns to Townsville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Townsville

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

    The trip from Cairns to Townsville will take on average 5h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 5h 30m.

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

    It's about 284 km (176 miles) from Cairns to Townsville.

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

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Townsville from Cairns; it tends to be more affordable. 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 Townsville?

    You can expect to pay around US$48 for the bus ride from Cairns to Townsville.

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

Best price found
04-29
US$55
04-30
US$46
Today
US$55
05-02
US$48
05-03
US$46
05-04
US$49
05-05
US$48
05-06
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Townsville was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Townsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46 which is on 2025-05-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cairns to Townsville.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 Townsville, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cairns to Townsville will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

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.

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.

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