Facts about the transport from Bowen to Cairns
| Cheapest Transport | $65 |
| Fastest Transport | 8h 15m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:25 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:45 AM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 413 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Greyhound Australia, Queensland Rail |
Bowen to Cairns
Best Options
$93
$112
Other Options
Transportation from Bowen to Cairns
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Trains$ 64.65
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Buses$ 92.73
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Bowen
To Bowen
From Cairns
Popular Routes in Australia
How to get from Bowen to Cairns
Travelling between Bowen and Cairns is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 111.01 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 92.73.
How long does it take to get from Bowen to Cairns?
It can take you anywhere between 9 and 10 hours to travel between Bowen and Cairns depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Bowen and Cairns. Bus will bring you to your destination in 8h 15m. Train does a much slower job and take about 9h 5m to reach Cairns.
How much does it cost to get from Bowen to Cairns?
Travelling between Bowen and Cairns can be as cheap as USD 92.73 if you opt for a Greyhound Australia bus and as expensive as USD 111.01 if you buy a Greyhound Australia Bus 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 Bowen and Cairns ?
- 3 from Bowen to Cairns starting from 11:45 Bowen until 11:45 Bowen
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bowen to Cairns.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Bowen 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 Bowen and Cairns
Greyhound Australia
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Bowen to Cairns?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 79% took a train
- 21% opted for a bus