How much is the bus ticket from Rockhampton to Cairns?

The cheapest coach tickets from Rockhampton to Cairns start from £117. The average price for this route is around £199. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rockhampton to Cairns?

The average bus journey time from Rockhampton to Cairns is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 541 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound Australia .

Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Cairns route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Cairns?

The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Cairns at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Cairns?

A bus journey from Rockhampton to Cairns produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Rockhampton to Cairns from £111 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rockhampton to Cairns on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	1d	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	1d	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Next departures from Rockhampton to Cairns on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:20	Rockhampton	1d	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Rockhampton	19h 20m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	20h 40m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	20h 40m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Rockhampton	20h 40m	22:40	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:19 AEST.

Get from Rockhampton to Cairns

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

19h 20mAverage duration

541 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,383 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

Based on 2383 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at £117

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rockhampton to Cairns

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Rockhampton to Cairns?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rockhampton to Cairns start from £117. The average price for this route is around £199. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rockhampton to Cairns?
The average bus journey time from Rockhampton to Cairns is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 541 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rockhampton to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockhampton to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Rockhampton to Cairns at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockhampton to Cairns?
A bus journey from Rockhampton to Cairns produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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Today

£145

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£145

14/12

£141

15/12

£188

The cheapest trip from Rockhampton to Cairns was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £141

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

You can expect to pay from £141 to £229 for a bus ticket from Rockhampton to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £141, which is on 2025-12-14.