Find coaches from Cairns to Mackay

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Next departures from Cairns to Mackay on 18 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Victoria StCheapest
Greyhound Australia
142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
Victoria StFastest

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Bus Cairns to Mackay: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$122
Average bus trip duration21h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance367 miles
Latest bus departure15:00

Cairns to Mackay Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Mackay

  1. What's the distance between Cairns and Mackay by coach?

    The distance between Cairns and Mackay by coach is approximately 367 miles (592 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cairns to Mackay avoiding air travel?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/09
US$118
17/09
US$118
Today
US$145
19/09
US$123
20/09
US$118
21/09
US$117
22/09
US$117
23/09
US$123
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Mackay was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$117

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

You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$172 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Mackay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$117, which is on 2025-09-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cairns to Mackay.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cairns to Mackay, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cairns to Mackay that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cairns to Mackay, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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