Airlie Beach to Cairns

Airlie Beach to Cairns

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Airlie Beach to Cairns Schedule

Airlie Beach to Cairns Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Queensland ZRailBus Economy Seat 03:21 - 14:30AUD 121.50
Queensland ZRailBus Economy Seat 05:05 - 16:30AUD 121.50
Greyhound Australia Flexible 07:10 - 17:50AUD 161.01
Greyhound Australia Flexible 09:50 - 20:00AUD 201.01
Greyhound Australia Premium 11:15 - 17:50AUD 470
Greyhound Australia Flexible 12:00 - 22:40AUD 165
Greyhound Australia Premium 17:30 - 20:00AUD 782

Transportation from Airlie Beach to Cairns

Facts about the transport from Airlie Beach to Cairns

Cheapest Transport$80
Fastest Transport10h 40m
Earliest Departure3:21 AM
Latest Departure12:00 PM
Departures per day2
Distance534 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland ZRailBus

How to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns

Travelling between Airlie Beach and Cairns is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 78.84 if you go by Bus+Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+train which will set you back mere USD 78.84.

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns?

It can take you anywhere between 11 and 12 hours to travel between Airlie Beach and Cairns depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Airlie Beach and Cairns. Bus will bring you to your destination in 10h 40m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 11h 9m to reach Cairns.

How much does it cost to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns?

Travelling between Airlie Beach and Cairns can be as cheap as USD 78.84 if you opt for a Queensland ZRailBus bus+train and as expensive as USD 78.84 if you buy a Queensland ZRailBus Bus+Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Airlie Beach and Cairns ?

  • 2 by Bus+Train from Airlie Beach to Cairns starting from 03:21 Port of Airlie until 03:26 Airlie Beach South

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Airlie Beach to Cairns.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Airlie Beach to Cairns overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Airlie Beach and Cairns

Greyhound Australia

What is the most popular transport to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus