According to the users, the driver provided an excellent experience and was very enjoyable. However, there were some concerns about the seats being uncomfortable and small.
Greyhound Australia Cairns Airlie Beach recent customer reviews
Overall good! The only thing to improve is the seats... very uncomfortable and small.
4 out of 5 stars
Gonzalo Joaquin M.
Very good trip. Only opportunity is to reduce the number of stops, that are too many.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Airlie Beach by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach start at R 1 434. The average price for this route is around R 1 679. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The average bus journey time from Cairns to Airlie Beach is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 486 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Cairns to Airlie Beach route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Airlie Beach at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
A bus trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
05/12
R 2 151
06/12
R 2 163
Today
R 2 163
08/12
R 1 659
09/12
R 1 659
10/12
R 1 737
11/12
R 1 725
12/12
R 1 577
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 577
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 577 to R 2 541 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 577, which is on 2025-12-12.
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 577
