Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rainbow Beach | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rainbow Beach | 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1) | No tags |
Get from Rainbow Beach to Cairns
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $465, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2442 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 WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $465
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rainbow Beach to Cairns by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Cairns?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Cairns start from $465. The average price for this route is around $576. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rainbow Beach to Cairns?
The average bus travel time from Rainbow Beach to Cairns is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1253 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Rainbow Beach to Cairns route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rainbow Beach to Cairns?
The earliest bus departs from Rainbow Beach to Cairns at 1:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Cairns?
A bus trip from Rainbow Beach to Cairns generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option 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.
The cheapest trip from Rainbow Beach to Cairns was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $362To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rainbow Beach to Cairns, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $362 to $539 for a bus ticket from Rainbow Beach to Cairns based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $362 which is on 2026-01-23.
