Find coaches from Charters Towers to Cairns

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Next departures from Charters Towers to Cairns on 31 October
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Greyhound Australia
Charters Towers
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Charters Towers
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Charters Towers
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Charters Towers
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Charters Towers
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags

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Get from Charters Towers to Cairns

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The journey takes about 20 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
20h 35mAverage duration
355 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charters Towers to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$75
Average bus trip duration20h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure05:05
Distance354 km
Latest bus departure17:05

Charters Towers to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charters Towers - Cairns

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

    The bus ticket price from Charters Towers to Cairns starts at US$75. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charters Towers 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 Charters Towers to Cairns?

    The average travel time between Charters Towers and Cairns is around 20h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 356 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Charters Towers to Cairns can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charters Towers to Cairns by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Charters Towers to Cairns?

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

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charters Towers to Cairns was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$71

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

You can expect to pay from US$71 to US$77 for a bus ticket from Charters Towers to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$71, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charters Towers to Cairns.

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 Charters Towers to Cairns.

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

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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