Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | Rockhampton | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:25 PM AEST.
Get from Cairns to Rockhampton
The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2368 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 $181
Greyhound Australia Cairns Rockhampton recent customer reviews
Amazing staff and service
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Rockhampton by bus
What is the travel distance from Cairns to Rockhampton?
The distance between Cairns and Rockhampton is approximately 873 km (542 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 Rockhampton was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $229To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cairns to Rockhampton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $229 to $412 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Rockhampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $341 which is on 2025-11-28.
