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Frequently asked questions on the trip Brisbane Airport - Cairns

  1. How far is Cairns from Brisbane Airport by coach?

    The distance between Brisbane Airport and Cairns by coach is approximately 862 miles (1390 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Brisbane Airport 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 Brisbane Airport to Cairns was searched and found on 10 Aug 2025 with a price of US$363

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

You can expect to pay from US$363 to US$373 for a bus ticket from Brisbane Airport to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$363, which is on 2025-08-10.

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Brisbane Airport to Cairns, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Brisbane Airport to Cairns while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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