Bus

It has to be said, public transport in Far North Queensland are not going to take you everywhere. To make the most of your holiday and discover as much as you can it is probably better to rent a car. However, most of the tours operators, cruises and other attractions along with private shuttle companies offer transfers from your accommodation, which make things far easier.

Bus companies servicing Far North Queensland are:

In Cairns, The Marlin Coast Sunbus is the main city public transport and operates in Cairns and suburbs up to Palm Cove (North) and Gordonvale (South). Ph: +61 (0)7 4057 7411

In Innisfail, The Hasties Bus Service is the main regional bus service. Ph: +61 (0)7 4061 2043

The Trans North Bus & Coach has fully establishes depots in Ingham, Innisfail, Mission Beach, Ravenshoe and Cairns. Ph: +61 (0)7 4061 7944

The Coral Reef Coaches offer daily transfers to Cairns, Port Douglas, Mossman and Cape Tribulation. Ph: +61 (0)7 4098 2600

Whitecars link Cairns to the Tablelands and Kuranda Ph: +61 (0)7 40911855, but once again you better off visiting the Tablelands with a rental car or with a organized tour.