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 | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Victoria St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Victoria St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Victoria St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Victoria St | No tags |
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Get from Cairns to Mackay
The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2362 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 WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $147
Greyhound Australia Cairns Mackay recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the ride and I am so excited to see the place that I have been exploring but I am hot in the bus
Virisila T.
bus comes on time, the driver is kind and really helpful:)
Milla Z.
Im a big person. So the seat belt did not fit. And I wasnt comfortable.
Kevin L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Mackay by bus
How far is Cairns from Mackay?
The distance between Cairns and Mackay is around 592 km (367 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Mackay was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $157To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cairns to Mackay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $157 to $263 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $157 which is on 2025-11-27.
