Bus Tickets from Townsville to Cairns

TodayAug 2
from US$60
TomorrowAug 3
from US$52
MonAug 4
from US$52
TueAug 5
from US$56
WedAug 6
from US$52
ThuAug 7
from US$56
FriAug 8
from US$52
SatAug 9

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Townsville
    Departure location: Townsville
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Townsville
    Departure location: Townsville
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Townsville
    Departure location: Townsville
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Townsville
    Departure location: Townsville
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Townsville
    Departure location: Townsville
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Townsville to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$56
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 40m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:00am
Distance282 km
Latest bus departure5:00pm

Townsville to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Townsville - Cairns

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

    Townsville and Cairns are 284 km (176 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-31
US$61
08-01
US$56
Today
US$57
08-03
US$49
08-04
US$49
08-05
US$53
08-06
US$49
08-07
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Townsville to Cairns was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$49

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

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Townsville to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Townsville to Cairns, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Townsville to Cairns that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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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