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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rockhampton | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rockhampton | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Get from Rockhampton to Cairns
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2bus per day
18hAverage Duration
872 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
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4 out of 5 stars4/52,362 reviews
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 $181
AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rockhampton to Cairns by bus
What is the travel distance from Rockhampton to Cairns?
The distance covered from Rockhampton to Cairns is 873 km (542 miles).
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Cairns was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $364To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockhampton to Cairns, as early as possible.
