Find coaches from Gladstone to Cairns

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Next departures from Gladstone to Cairns on 30 October
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Greyhound Australia
Gladstone
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Gladstone
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Gladstone
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Gladstone
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags
Greyhound Australia
Gladstone
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)No tags

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Get from Gladstone to Cairns

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The journey takes about 19 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
19h 59mAverage duration
959 kmDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gladstone to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$279
Average bus trip duration19h 59m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:01
Distance958 km
Latest bus departure01:25

Gladstone to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gladstone - Cairns

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

    The bus ticket price from Gladstone to Cairns starts at US$185. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Gladstone 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 Gladstone to Cairns?

    The average travel time between Gladstone and Cairns is around 19h 59m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 962 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Gladstone to Cairns 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 Gladstone to Cairns by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Gladstone to Cairns?

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

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US$260
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US$269
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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gladstone to Cairns, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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