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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Tennyson St | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tennyson St | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Get from Mackay to Cairns
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
591 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Compare bus companies
4 out of 5 stars4/52,356 reviews
Based on 2356 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $162
Greyhound Australia Mackay Cairns recent customer reviews
I would recommend greyhound Australia to everyone, I was on a schedule to be in Cairns, to catch a plane. Greyhound Australia came through with flying colours.
5 out of 5 stars
Norman S.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mackay to Cairns by bus
What is the travel distance from Mackay to Cairns?
It's about 592 km (367 miles) from Mackay to Cairns.
