Bus Tickets from Gladstone to Cairns

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Gladstone
    Departure location: Gladstone
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Gladstone
    Departure location: Gladstone
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Gladstone
    Departure location: Gladstone
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Gladstone
    Departure location: Gladstone
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Cairns
    Destination location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Gladstone
    Departure location: Gladstone
    Arrival time: June 19 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 Gladstone to Cairns: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$228
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:25am
Distance958 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Gladstone to Cairns Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gladstone - Cairns

  1. How long is the trip from Gladstone to Cairns by bus?

    The trip from Gladstone to Cairns will take on average 21h 10m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Cairns in about 18h 35m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Gladstone to Cairns?

    It's about 962 km (597 miles) from Gladstone to Cairns.

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Gladstone to Cairns?

    The least expensive option to go from Gladstone to Cairns would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$140, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Gladstone to Cairns?

    You can expect to pay around US$228 for the bus ride from Gladstone to Cairns.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Gladstone to Cairns?

    Yes! If you're heading from Gladstone to Cairns, you'll find buses departing until 10:50pm and arriving the next day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gladstone to Cairns was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of US$201

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

You can expect to pay from US$201 to US$314 for a bus ticket from Gladstone to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$204 which is on 2025-06-18.

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