Bus Mackay to Cairns: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Mackay to Cairns

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Mackay to Cairns from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$66

tomorrow

$66

Wednesday

Thursday

$186

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	11h 0m	6:30 AM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop		Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/19/2026 6:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/19/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	11h 0m	6:30 AM	Mackay	Bus Station	5:30 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop		Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/20/2026 6:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/20/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound Australia	15h 5m	4:55 AM	Mackay	Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$186	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/22/2026 4:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/22/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $186 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Greyhound Australia	17h 5m	2:55 AM	Mackay	Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$191	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/22/2026 2:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/22/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $191 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 5m
Greyhound Australia	13h 50m	6:10 AM	Mackay	Bus Station	8:00 PM	Cairns	Bus Stop	Economy	$195	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/22/2026 6:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/22/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $195 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Mackay to Cairns via Townsville, you can save more than $65? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  16h 30m
  
  0
  
  6:10 AM
  
  Mackay
  Bus Station
  
  12:40 PM
  
  Townsville
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $73
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Station, Mackay (Australia) at 1/22/2026 6:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) arriving at 1/22/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
- 12Go Asia
  
  5h 40m
  
  0
  
  5:00 PM
  
  Townsville
  Bus Stop
  
  10:40 PM
  
  Cairns
  Pier Point
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Bus Stop, Townsville (Australia) at 1/22/2026 5:00:00 PM to Pier Point, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 1/22/2026 10:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $65

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Mackay to Cairns is $66 on 1/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Mackay and Cairns

See here how frequent the connections between Mackay and Cairns are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Mackay to Cairns. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Mackay and Cairns.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 3 buses from Mackay to Cairns, while Night sees the fewest connections between Mackay and Cairns, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Mackay to Cairns

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Mackay to Cairns in one click! Book your bus ticket from Mackay to Cairns starting from $66!

Cheapest Bus	$66
Fastest Bus	11h 0m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Latest Bus	6:10 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	367.1 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound Australia and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Mackay to Cairns

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Mackay for Cairns: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/18

Monday 01/19

$66

Tuesday 01/20

$66

Wednesday 01/21

Thursday 01/22

$179

Friday 01/23

Saturday 01/24

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

$66

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

$179

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Mackay to Cairns

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Mackay to Cairns, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $66, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Mackay to Cairns. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $179.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Mackay to Cairns, with $66. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $66.

How to save money travelling from Mackay to Cairns

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 Mackay to Cairns 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 Mackay to Cairns, 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 Mackay to Cairns are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Mackay to Cairns

These are the most booked bus companies between Mackay to Cairns from our users.

FlixBus from Mackay to Cairns

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Mackay to Cairns:

Cheapest Price	$66
Fastest Bus	11h 0m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Last Bus	6:30 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	1/12/2026

All bus stations and stops in Mackay and Cairns

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Mackay and Cairns.

Bus Station

Victoria Street 30

Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride Bus Stop

Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride Macalister St near Gordon St hail 'n' ride

Pier Point

Pier Point Road

Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Mackay to Cairns

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Mackay to Cairns? Or which bus companies serve the route Mackay to Cairns? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Mackay to Cairns bus

How much does a Mackay Cairns bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $66 and takes 11h 0m to reach Cairns. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Mackay to Cairns?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $66 and $195. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cairns.

On average, how many connections are available from Mackay to Cairns each day?

Every day, the Mackay to Cairns bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Mackay to Cairns take?

The fastest bus from Mackay to Cairns is offered by FlixBus and takes 11h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $66. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Mackay to Cairns?

The earliest bus arriving in Cairns from Mackay starts at 6:30 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 Mackay to Cairns?

The latest bus trip departing from Mackay for Cairns starts at 6:10 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 Mackay Cairns route?

When traveling by bus from Mackay to Cairns, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Cairns?

You can check all the direct connections between Mackay and Cairns 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Mackay to Cairns 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 Mackay Cairns 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 Mackay Cairns 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 Mackay to Cairns on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Mackay to Cairns?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Mackay to Cairns

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Mackay and to Cairns

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Mackay and to Cairns. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!