What's the distance between Innisfail and Cairns by coach?

The journey from Innisfail to Cairns by coach covers an approximate distance of 45 miles (73 km).

What is the best way to go from Innisfail to Cairns without a car?

The best way to go from Innisfail to Cairns without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Innisfail to Cairns from £12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	13:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
Bus	12:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	13:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest
Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	21:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	13:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	13:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	18:40	Innisfail	1h 20m	20:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	21:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	12:10	Innisfail	10h 30m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures from Innisfail to Cairns on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:25	Innisfail	1h 15m	13:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest

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Get from Innisfail to Cairns

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,367 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

According to 19 reviews, Greyhound Australia received a 3.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the timeliness. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Greyhound Australia Innisfail Cairns recent customer reviews

Bus was 30 minutes late and other boy was sitting on my seat. Requested but he did not get up.

Sukhdeep S.

27 November 2023

I don’t know if it was supposed to arrive at 1945 but the time of departure was 1845

Romaldo C.

10 March 2020

A great experience. Very pleased and very much at home. Thanks three thousand. Boasa Faasootauloa

Poasa F.

5 May 2019

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Innisfail to Cairns

What's the distance between Innisfail and Cairns by coach?
The journey from Innisfail to Cairns by coach covers an approximate distance of 45 miles (73 km).
What is the best way to go from Innisfail to Cairns without a car?
The best way to go from Innisfail to Cairns without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£24

25/11

£24

Today

£24

27/11

£24

28/11

£24

29/11

£24

30/11

£12

01/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Innisfail to Cairns was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £91 for a bus ticket from Innisfail to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-30.