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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Innisfail | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:33 AM AEST.
Get from Innisfail to Cairns
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have reported that the driver was experienced and helpful, providing a positive travel experience. Additionally, they appreciated receiving accurate information throughout their journey.
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.
I don’t know if it was supposed to arrive at 1945 but the time of departure was 1845
Romaldo C.
A great experience. Very pleased and very much at home. Thanks three thousand. Boasa Faasootauloa
Poasa F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Innisfail to Cairns 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 Innisfail to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Innisfail to Cairns start at R 271. The average price for this route is around R 377. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Innisfail to Cairns?
The average bus journey time from Innisfail to Cairns is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Innisfail to Cairns 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 Innisfail to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Innisfail to Cairns at 12:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns?
A bus trip from Innisfail to Cairns produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Innisfail to Cairns was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 371To 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 R 371 to R 564 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 R 371, which is on 2026-02-04.
