Bus Tickets from Rainbow Beach to Cairns

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Rainbow Beach
    Departure location: Rainbow Beach
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Rainbow Beach
    Departure location: Rainbow Beach
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Rainbow Beach
    Departure location: Rainbow Beach
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Rainbow Beach
    Departure location: Rainbow Beach
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Rainbow Beach to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$322
Average bus trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:35pm
Distance777 miles (1253 km)
Latest bus departure7:15pm

Rainbow Beach to Cairns Bus

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

You can expect to pay from $297 to $364 for a bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $297 which is on 2025-06-01.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rainbow Beach and Cairns!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rainbow Beach to Cairns, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rainbow Beach to Cairns that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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