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Cairns - 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
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Cardwell - Cardwell
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Cairns - 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
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Cardwell - Cardwell
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Cairns - 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
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Cairns - 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Cardwell - Cardwell
Bus Cairns to Cardwell: Trip Overview

Bus Cairns to Cardwell: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$49
Average bus trip duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:00 AM
Distance94 miles (151 km)
Latest bus departure3:00 PM

Cairns to Cardwell Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:00AM - 3:00PM
Minimum Price$46
Average Ticket Price$49
Minimum Trip Duration2h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h45m
Distance94 miles (151 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound Australia
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cairns - Cardwell

The best way to travel from Cairns to Cardwell is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Cairns to Cardwell is about 2h 45m, although the fastest bus will take 2h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 95 miles (152 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 95 miles (152 km).

On average, there are 3 daily departures on this route, offered by Greyhound Australia. The number of buses from Cairns to Cardwell can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Cairns to Cardwell a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 7:00 AM and the last one leaves at 3:00 PM.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $47.

The average bus ticket price from Cairns to Cardwell is $49. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $47 to $64, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Cairns to Cardwell. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 5h 30m. So you'll have enough time to visit Cardwell before returning to Cairns in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cairns to Cardwell, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Cairns to Cardwell.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cairns to Cardwell while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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