According to user feedback, the bus service is appreciated for its friendly drivers and onboard amenities such as air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Additionally, passengers enjoyed a brief stopover during their journey.
Greyhound Australia Cairns Townsville recent customer reviews
The greyhound bus was very clean, the driver was efficient with luggage arrangement and with seat allocation. The only negative was the luggage area was wet from recent rain and maybe previous luggage however I’m not sure how this could be avoided.
5 out of 5 stars
Tracee H.
There was an accident on the highway south of Tully which caused an unavoidable delay.
5 out of 5 stars
Alex B.
We enjoyed the air-conditioned, wifi and a little stopver.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cairns to Townsville
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 Townsville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cairns to Townsville start from £40. The average price for this route is around £43. 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 Townsville?
The average bus journey time from Cairns to Townsville is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Cairns to Townsville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cairns to Townsville?
The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Townsville at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Townsville?
A bus journey from Cairns to Townsville produces an estimated 7 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
29/11
£51
30/11
£56
Today
£45
02/12
£38
03/12
£42
04/12
£38
05/12
£39
06/12
£38
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Townsville was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £38
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cairns to Townsville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £164 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Townsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-02.
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Townsville was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £38
