According to the users, the driver provided an excellent experience and was very enjoyable. However, there were some concerns about the seats being uncomfortable and small.
Greyhound Australia Cairns Airlie Beach recent customer reviews
Overall good! The only thing to improve is the seats... very uncomfortable and small.
4 out of 5 stars
Gonzalo Joaquin M.
Very good trip. Only opportunity is to reduce the number of stops, that are too many.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Airlie Beach by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach cost?
The bus ticket price from Cairns to Airlie Beach starts at R 1 462. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The average travel time between Cairns and Airlie Beach is around 12h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 486 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cairns and Airlie Beach?
The number of buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
When taking the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia.
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
R 2 106
25/11
R 2 460
Today
R 1 851
27/11
R 1 626
28/11
R 1 792
29/11
R 1 709
30/11
R 1 754
01/12
R 1 547
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 01 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 547
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 547 to R 2 473 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 547, which is on 2025-12-01.
The cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on 01 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 547
