How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Innisfail?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cairns to Innisfail start at R 273. The average price for this route is around R 366. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cairns to Innisfail?

The average bus journey time from Cairns to Innisfail is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Cairns to Innisfail route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

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

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

A bus trip from Cairns to Innisfail produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Cairns to Innisfail from R 257 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cairns to Innisfail on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	Cheapest
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	Fastest
Bus	15:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	16:10	Innisfail	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Innisfail on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	Cheapest
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Innisfail on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Innisfail on 2 February
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)	1h 10m	16:10	Innisfail	Cheapest
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	Fastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	No tags

Next departures from Cairns to Innisfail on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	07:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 15m	08:15	Innisfail	No tags
Bus	11:00	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	1h 10m	12:10	Innisfail	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:54 PM AEST.

Get from Cairns to Innisfail

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 10mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52 448 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

Based on 2448 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at R 273

Greyhound Australia Cairns Innisfail recent customer reviews

Good n comfortable

Abel L.

19 September 2025

on time and smooth trip

Che King L.

20 January 2025

The ride was perfect, nothing to complain about!

Lauren G.

31 August 2024

AU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cairns to Innisfail by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cairns to Innisfail?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cairns to Innisfail start at R 273. The average price for this route is around R 366. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cairns to Innisfail?
The average bus journey time from Cairns to Innisfail is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Cairns to Innisfail route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cairns to Innisfail?
The earliest bus departs from Cairns to Innisfail at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cairns to Innisfail?
A bus trip from Cairns to Innisfail produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/01

R 439

28/01

R 358

Today

R 444

30/01

R 362

31/01

R 362

01/02

No data

02/02

R 269

03/02

R 269

The cheapest trip from Cairns to Innisfail was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 269

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

You can expect to pay from R 269 to R 514 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Innisfail based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 269, which is on 2026-02-02.