Mareeba to Cairns Buses

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Duration	1h 16m
Distance	64.3 km
Average price	$27
Frequency	6/week

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Mareeba

Cairns

The average bus between Mareeba and Cairns takes 1h 16m and the fastest bus takes 1h 12m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Mareeba to Cairns. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Bus, line 110 bus

Mareeba
Smithfield Shopping Centre
Cairns

1h 26m

$23 - $32

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Mareeba to Cairns bus times

Buses run six times a week between Mareeba and Cairns. The service departs Mareeba at 16:10 in the afternoon, which arrives into Cairns at 17:27. All services require a transfer at Smithfield and take an average of 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Departing Thursday, November 20, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Departing Friday, November 21, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Departing Saturday, November 22, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Departing Monday, November 24, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Departing Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Trans North Bus & Coach, Translink

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Mareeba to Cairns? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Is there a direct bus between Mareeba and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mareeba and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

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How far is it from Mareeba to Cairns?

The distance between Mareeba and Cairns is 68 km. The road distance is 64.3 km.

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Where do I catch the Mareeba to Cairns bus from?

Mareeba to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Mareeba station.

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Where does the Mareeba to Cairns bus arrive?

Mareeba to Cairns bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cairns Hospital station.

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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