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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 18 August at
    Departure city: Canberra
    Departure location: Canberra
    Arrival time: 20 August at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Canberra to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$686
Average bus trip duration2d 13h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance1283 miles

Canberra to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Canberra - Cairns

  1. How far is Cairns from Canberra by coach?

    The distance between Canberra and Cairns by coach is approximately 1284 miles (2071 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Canberra to Cairns without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Canberra to Cairns was searched and found on 18 Aug 2025 with a price of US$653

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

You can expect to pay from US$653 to US$653 for a bus ticket from Canberra to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$653, which is on 2025-08-18.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Canberra to Cairns, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Canberra to Cairns will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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