Compare all timetables for the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cairns to Airlie Beach from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 17:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 05/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 05/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 13h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 05/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 05/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 21h 15m | 15:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 12:15 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 05/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 15m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £58 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 07/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 17:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £66 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 07/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 13h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £84 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 08/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 21h 15m | 15:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 12:15 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £84 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 08/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 12:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 15m
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 17:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 08/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 | Cairns | Bus Stop | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £85 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 08/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 17:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £70 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 09/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £70 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 09/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 20:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £82 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 10/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 07:00 | Cairns | Pier Point | 17:30 | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | £104 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 10/12/2025 07:00:00 to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £104 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cairns to Airlie Beach is £58 on 07/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Cairns and Airlie Beach
Monday
is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Cairns and Airlie Beach.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 coaches from Cairns to Airlie Beach, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cairns and Airlie Beach, with 2 offers.
Facts about coaches from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 2 times every day by bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach starting from £58!
| Cheapest Bus | £58 |
| Fastest Bus | 9h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:00 |
| Latest Coach | 11:00 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 2 Ø |
| Distance | 484.7 km |
| Coach Companies | Greyhound Australia |
Cheapest coach connections from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Cairns for Airlie Beach: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
01/12
Tuesday
02/12
Wednesday
03/12
Thursday
04/12
Friday
05/12
£60
Saturday
06/12
Sunday
07/12
£58
Monday
08/12
£60
Tuesday
09/12
£70
Wednesday
10/12
£82
Thursday
11/12
Friday
12/12
£59
Saturday
13/12
Sunday
14/12
Monday
15/12
£60
Tuesday
16/12
Wednesday
17/12
Thursday
18/12
Friday
19/12
£60
Saturday
20/12
Sunday
21/12
Monday
22/12
Tuesday
23/12
Wednesday
24/12
Thursday
25/12
Friday
26/12
Saturday
27/12
Sunday
28/12
The cheapest time to travel from Cairns to Airlie Beach
With a price starting from £58, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £82.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach, with £58. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £84.
How to save money travelling from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cairns to Airlie Beach are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Cairns to Airlie Beach
These are the most booked bus companies between Cairns to Airlie Beach from our users.
Greyhound Australia from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Australia bus route Cairns to Airlie Beach:
| Cheapest Price | £58 |
| Fastest Coach | 9h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:00 |
| Last Coach | 11:00 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 02/12/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in Cairns and Airlie Beach
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Cairns and Airlie Beach.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Cairns to Airlie Beach? Or which bus companies serve the route Cairns to Airlie Beach? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Cairns to Airlie Beach bus
How much does a Cairns - Airlie Beach coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cairns - Airlie Beach bus trip is available from £58 and takes 9h 30m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The connection Cairns to Airlie Beach is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £58 to £104. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Cairns - Airlie Beach route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Cairns to Airlie Beach is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Airlie Beach from Cairns take?
The quickest coach from Cairns to Airlie Beach is provided by Greyhound Australia and takes 9h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £85. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus to Airlie Beach departs from Cairns at 07:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The latest bus to Airlie Beach departs from Cairns at 11:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Cairns - Airlie Beach route?
Passengers looking to travel from Cairns to Airlie Beach can travel with Greyhound Australia. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Airlie Beach?
You can check all the direct connections between Cairns and Airlie Beach by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia.
What can I take with me on the bus to Airlie Beach from Cairns?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cairns Airlie Beach bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Cairns Airlie Beach bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cairns to Airlie Beach
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Cairns and to Airlie Beach
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cairns and to Airlie Beach. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Transfers to Cairns and to Airlie Beach
