What is the distance between Cairns and Gold Coast?

The distance between the two cities is 907 miles (1463 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Gold Coast?

Once in Gold Coast, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Surfing and Kite-surfing, Holoverse, Warner Brothers Movie World, iFly and Kayaking at South Stradbroke Island.

Bus Cairns to Gold Coast from $344 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cairns to Gold Coast on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 8h	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	7:00am	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 8h	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	7:00am	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 8h	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	7:00am	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 8h	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags
Bus	7:00am	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 8h	3:20pm	Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre	No tags

Get from Cairns to Gold Coast

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $363, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

906 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,359 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2359 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $363

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