Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Get from Sydney to Cairns
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $591, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
1d 23hAverage Duration
1963 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions
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4 out of 5 stars4/52,368 reviews
Based on 2368 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 $591
AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sydney to Cairns by bus
How far is Sydney from Cairns?
It's about 1964 km (1218 miles) from Sydney to Cairns.
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The cheapest trip from Sydney to Cairns was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $564To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Cairns, as early as possible.
