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 | 9h 30m | 11:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 8:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $78 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/12/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/12/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 7:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 5:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $106 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/12/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/12/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 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 | 10h 30m | 7:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 5:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $97 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/14/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/14/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 8:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $97 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/14/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/14/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 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 | 7:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 5:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $84 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/15/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 9h 30m | 11:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 8:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $96 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/15/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 13h 30m | 7:00 AM | Cairns | Bus Stop | 8:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $113 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 12/15/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/15/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 21h 15m | 3:00 PM | Cairns | Bus Stop | 12:15 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $113 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) at 12/15/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/16/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 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 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 8:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $96 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/18/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
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| Greyhound Australia | 10h 30m | 7:00 AM | Cairns | Pier Point | 5:30 PM | Airlie Beach | Bus Stop | Economy | $102 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) at 12/18/2025 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Airlie Beach (Australia) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach is $78 on 12/7/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Cairns and Airlie Beach
Monday
is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Sunday 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 11 buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cairns and Airlie Beach, with 1 offers.
Facts about the bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 3 times every day by bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cairns to Airlie Beach starting from $78!
| Cheapest Bus | $78 |
| Fastest Bus | 9h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 11:00 AM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 3 Ø |
| Distance | 301.3 miles |
| Bus Companies | Greyhound Australia |
Cheapest bus connections from Cairns to Airlie Beach
Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus 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 12/12/2025 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
12/07
Monday
12/08
Tuesday
12/09
Wednesday
12/10
Thursday
12/11
Friday
12/12
$78
Saturday
12/13
Sunday
12/14
$97
Monday
12/15
$84
Tuesday
12/16
Wednesday
12/17
Thursday
12/18
$96
Friday
12/19
$81
Saturday
12/20
$84
Sunday
12/21
Monday
12/22
Tuesday
12/23
Wednesday
12/24
Thursday
12/25
Friday
12/26
Saturday
12/27
Sunday
12/28
Monday
12/29
Tuesday
12/30
Wednesday
12/31
Thursday
01/01
Friday
01/02
Saturday
01/03
The cheapest time to travel from Cairns to Airlie Beach
With a price starting from $78, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $96.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cairns to Airlie Beach, with $78. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $111.
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 buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach are also emptier.All bus stations and stops in Cairns and Airlie Beach
In the map below, you can see where to find all 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 buses 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 bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $78 and takes 9h 30m to reach Airlie Beach. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $78 and $113. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Airlie Beach.
On average, how many connections are available from Cairns to Airlie Beach each day?
Every day, the Cairns to Airlie Beach bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from Cairns to Airlie Beach take?
The fastest bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach is offered by Greyhound Australia and takes 9h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $78. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The earliest bus arriving in Airlie Beach from Cairns starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach?
The latest bus trip departing from Cairns for Airlie Beach starts at 11:00 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies operate the Cairns Airlie Beach route?
When traveling by bus from Cairns to Airlie Beach, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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 Cairns to Airlie Beach bus route?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cairns Airlie Beach bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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 Shuttles to Cairns and to Airlie Beach
