Find coaches from Bowen to Cairns

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Next departures from Bowen to Cairns on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Australia
DELTA
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)Cheapest
Greyhound Australia
DELTA
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)Fastest
Greyhound Australia
BOWEN
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
BOWEN
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags

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Get from Bowen to Cairns

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The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
9h 55mAverage duration
429 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bowen to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$109
Average bus trip duration9h 55m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure10:05
Distance428 km
Latest bus departure11:55

Bowen to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bowen - Cairns

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Bowen to Cairns cost?

    The bus ticket price from Bowen to Cairns starts at US$74. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bowen to Cairns is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bowen to Cairns?

    The average travel time between Bowen and Cairns is around 9h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 433 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Bowen and Cairns?

    The number of buses from Bowen to Cairns can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bowen to Cairns by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Bowen to Cairns?

    When taking the bus from Bowen to Cairns, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$108
30/10
US$110
Today
US$112
01/11
US$111
02/11
US$104
03/11
US$112
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bowen to Cairns was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$104

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

You can expect to pay from US$104 to US$128 for a bus ticket from Bowen to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$104, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bowen to Cairns.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bowen to Cairns will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bowen to Cairns, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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