Bus Tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: November 19 at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: November 20 at
    Destination city: Airlie Beach
    Destination location: Airlie Beach
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:09 PM AEST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Cairns to Airlie Beach: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$91
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance485 km
Latest bus departure3:00pm

Cairns to Airlie Beach Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Airlie Beach

  1. How long is the trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach by bus?

    The typical travel time from Cairns to Airlie Beach by bus is around 13h 30m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Airlie Beach in about 9h 30m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    The distance covered from Cairns to Airlie Beach is 486 km (301 miles).

  3. How many buses make the trip between Cairns and Airlie Beach each day?

    A Greyhound Australia bus travels from Cairns to Airlie Beach only once a day, at 7:00am. It typically leaves at 7:00am and is operated by Greyhound Australia.

  4. What time does the first bus depart from Cairns to Airlie Beach, and when is the last one?

    The first bus starts running at 7:00am, and the last one leaves at 3:00pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

  5. What is the cheapest way to go from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    The least expensive option to go from Cairns to Airlie Beach would be going by bus. Starting at US$82, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  6. How much does the bus ticket cost from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    The bus fare from Cairns to Airlie Beach is approximately US$91.

  7. Is there an overnight bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Cairns until 3:00pm and reaching Airlie Beach on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-16
US$112
11-17
US$117
Today
US$108
11-19
US$112
11-20
US$95
11-21
US$84
11-22
US$96
11-23
US$80
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Nov 23, 2024 with a price of US$80

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

You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$126 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80 which is on 2024-11-23.

About Bus Travel

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 Cairns and Airlie Beach!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cairns to Airlie Beach will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cairns to Airlie Beach, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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

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