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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 | Proserpine | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Proserpine | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Proserpine | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Proserpine | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Proserpine | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
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Get from Proserpine to Cairns
The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2429 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 $135
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Proserpine 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 Proserpine to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Proserpine to Cairns start from $135. The average price for this route is around $217. 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 Proserpine to Cairns?
The average bus travel time from Proserpine to Cairns is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 488 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Proserpine to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Proserpine to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Proserpine to Cairns at 4:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:28pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Proserpine to Cairns?
A bus trip from Proserpine to Cairns generates an estimated 12 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.
The cheapest trip from Proserpine to Cairns was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Proserpine to Cairns, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $126 to $693 for a bus ticket from Proserpine to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2026-01-09.
