Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Ingham | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Ingham | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ingham | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ingham | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
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Get from Ingham to Cairns
The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 870, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2387 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at R 870
Greyhound Australia Ingham Cairns recent customer reviews
Bus was just late when it was scheduled to pick me up at 08:20am, but arrived at 25 to 30 mins late.
Gia M.
Great experience and friendly driver. Will take again
Ash C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ingham to Cairns 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 Ingham to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ingham to Cairns start at R 870. The average price for this route is around R 1 198. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ingham to Cairns?
The average bus journey time from Ingham to Cairns is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Ingham to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ingham to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Ingham to Cairns at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ingham to Cairns?
A bus trip from Ingham to Cairns produces an estimated 5 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.
The cheapest trip from Ingham to Cairns was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 917To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ingham to Cairns as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 917 to R 4 059 for a bus ticket from Ingham to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 917, which is on 2025-12-16.
