Bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cairns to Airlie Beach on November 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Airlie BeachCheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Airlie BeachFastest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Airlie BeachNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:11 AM AEST.

Get from Cairns to Airlie Beach

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
12h 30mAverage Duration
301 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cairns to Airlie Beach by bus

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/24
$120
11/25
$140
Today
$105
11/27
$92
11/28
$102
11/29
$97
11/30
$100
12/01
$88
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Airlie Beach was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $88

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 $88 to $140 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 $88 which is on 2025-12-01.

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