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Wed25 Jun
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Sat28 Jun
from US$377
Sun29 Jun
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from US$392
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Southport
    Destination location: Southport Transit Centre
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Southport
    Destination location: Southport Transit Centre
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Southport
    Destination location: Southport Transit Centre
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cairns to Southport: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$374
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance903 miles

Cairns to Southport Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Southport

  1. How far is Southport from Cairns by coach?

    The distance between Cairns and Southport by coach is approximately 904 miles (1458 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Southport from Cairns without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/06
US$361
25/06
US$355
Today
US$360
27/06
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28/06
US$357
29/06
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01/07
US$373
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Southport was searched and found on 25 Jun 2025 with a price of US$355

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

You can expect to pay from US$355 to US$374 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Southport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$357, which is on 2025-06-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cairns and Southport!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cairns to Southport, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cairns to Southport.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

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