Cairns to Sunshine Coast by bus
Sunshine Coast lies 1,319 km (819 mi) south-east of Cairns, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 23 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 1,609 km (1,000 mi) of road.
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| Cairns | Sunshine Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 153,075 | 398,840 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) |
Where to book buses from Cairns to Sunshine Coast
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Staying in Sunshine Coast
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32).
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Common questions
How far is Sunshine Coast from Cairns?
1,319 km (819 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Cairns; by road roughly 1,609 km (1,000 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast by bus?
About 23 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cairns and Sunshine Coast?
No, both are on Australia/Brisbane at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sunshine Coast?
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Sunshine Coast, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.