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Mon23 Jun
Today24 Jun
from US$205
Tomorrow25 Jun
from US$212
Thu26 Jun
Fri27 Jun
Sat28 Jun
Sun29 Jun
from US$209
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Gladstone
    Destination location: Gladstone
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Gladstone
    Destination location: Gladstone
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Gladstone
    Destination location: Gladstone
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Gladstone
    Destination location: Gladstone
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Cairns
    Departure location: 142 Bunda St, Cairns Train Station, Bus stop (Platform 1)
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Gladstone
    Destination location: Gladstone
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cairns to Gladstone: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$207
Average bus trip duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance594 miles
Latest bus departure15:00

Cairns to Gladstone Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cairns - Gladstone

  1. What's the distance between Cairns and Gladstone by coach?

    The journey from Cairns to Gladstone by coach covers an approximate distance of 597 miles (962 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cairns to Gladstone avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Cairns to Gladstone without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$197
25/06
US$201
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US$199
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cairns to Gladstone was searched and found on 24 Jun 2025 with a price of US$197

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

You can expect to pay from US$197 to US$235 for a bus ticket from Cairns to Gladstone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$199, which is on 2025-06-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cairns and Gladstone!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cairns to Gladstone.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cairns to Gladstone will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cairns to Gladstone while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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