Find coaches from Cairns to Maroochydore

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Next departures from Cairns to Maroochydore on 1 November
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Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
MaroochydoreCheapest
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
MaroochydoreFastest
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
MaroochydoreNo tags
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
MaroochydoreNo tags
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
MaroochydoreNo tags

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Get from Cairns to Maroochydore

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The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
1321 kmDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cairns to Maroochydore: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$356
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance1320 km
Latest bus departure15:00

Cairns to Maroochydore Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Maroochydore

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

    The bus ticket price from Cairns to Maroochydore starts at US$284. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cairns to Maroochydore 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 Cairns to Maroochydore?

    The average travel time between Cairns and Maroochydore is around 1d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1322 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Cairns to Maroochydore can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cairns to Maroochydore by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    When taking the bus from Cairns to Maroochydore, 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.

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US$345
30/10
US$366
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US$364
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US$344
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Maroochydore was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$344

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

You can expect to pay from US$344 to US$429 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Maroochydore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$344, which is on 2025-11-01.

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

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Did you know?

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

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

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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