What is the travel distance from Bowen to Cairns?

The distance between the two cities is 269 miles (433 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Cairns?

Once in Cairns, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cairns Historical Society Museum, Cairns Rainforest Dome, The Esplanade, Cairns Botanic Gardens and Mossman Gorge.

Bus Bowen to Cairns from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bowen to Cairns on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55am	DELTA	8h 5m	8:00pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	9:15am	DELTA	13h 25m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	9:15am	BOWEN	13h 25m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	9:20am	DELTA	13h 20m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags
Bus	9:20am	BOWEN	13h 20m	10:40pm	142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)	No tags

Get from Bowen to Cairns

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

9h 55mAverage Duration

266 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,354 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Based on 2354 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $74

Greyhound Australia Bowen Cairns recent customer reviews

Good company but I had a unpleasant driver

Romane D.

September 13, 2019

AU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bowen to Cairns by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$111

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$85

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The cheapest trip from Bowen to Cairns was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $85

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

You can expect to pay from $85 to $128 for a bus ticket from Bowen to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-11-18.