How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cairns to Brisbane start from £148. The average price for this route is around £302. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cairns to Brisbane?

The average bus journey time from Cairns to Brisbane is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 861 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Cairns to Brisbane route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cairns to Brisbane?

The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Brisbane at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Brisbane?

A bus journey from Cairns to Brisbane produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Cairns to Brisbane from £141 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:20	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	Cheapest
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 11h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 7h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:20	BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT	Cheapest
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 11h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 7h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	17:30	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 11h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 7h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 11h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 7h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Brisbane on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 18h	09:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:00	Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 6h	13:30	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 11h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1d 7h	18:00	Brisbane Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:07 AEST.

Get from Cairns to Brisbane

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 10hAverage duration

861 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,368 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £148

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cairns to Brisbane

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cairns to Brisbane start from £148. The average price for this route is around £302. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cairns to Brisbane?
The average bus journey time from Cairns to Brisbane is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 861 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Cairns to Brisbane route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cairns to Brisbane?
The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Brisbane at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Brisbane?
A bus journey from Cairns to Brisbane produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

26/11

£299

27/11

£297

Today

£301

29/11

£210

30/11

£297

01/12

£181

02/12

£182

03/12

£186

The cheapest trip from Cairns to Brisbane was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £181

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

You can expect to pay from £181 to £402 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £181, which is on 2025-12-01.