How much is the bus ticket from Innisfail to Cairns?

The cheapest bus tickets from Innisfail to Cairns start from $23. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Innisfail to Cairns?

The average bus travel time from Innisfail to Cairns is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Innisfail to Cairns route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Innisfail to Cairns?

The earliest bus departs from Innisfail to Cairns at 12:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns?

A bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Innisfail to Cairns from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Innisfail	10h 30m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:10pm	Innisfail	1d 7h	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures for Innisfail to Cairns on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	12:25pm	Innisfail	1h 15m	1:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Innisfail	1h 20m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:26 PM AEST.

Get from Innisfail to Cairns

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,370 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

According to 19 reviews, Greyhound Australia received a 3.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the timeliness. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $23

Greyhound Australia Innisfail Cairns recent customer reviews

Bus was 30 minutes late and other boy was sitting on my seat. Requested but he did not get up.

Sukhdeep S.

November 27, 2023

I don’t know if it was supposed to arrive at 1945 but the time of departure was 1845

Romaldo C.

March 10, 2020

A great experience. Very pleased and very much at home. Thanks three thousand. Boasa Faasootauloa

Poasa F.

May 5, 2019

AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Innisfail to Cairns by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Innisfail to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Innisfail to Cairns start from $23. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Innisfail to Cairns?
The average bus travel time from Innisfail to Cairns is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Innisfail to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Innisfail to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Innisfail to Cairns at 12:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns?
A bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns generates an estimated 2 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

11-30

$36

12-01

$44

Today

$45

12-03

$22

12-04

$35

12-05

$45

12-06

$22

12-07

$22

The cheapest trip from Innisfail to Cairns was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $350 for a bus ticket from Innisfail to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-07.