Bus from Cathkin to Cairns
2 direct routes · about 15 min · first bus 08:52, last bus 22:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Cairns as of 04:58
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Cathkin, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | Hobson Travel | ~15 min | 10 | Sat 10 · no Sunday buses | 08:52 | 18:28 | Cathkin By Pass (Near) | Woodland Crescent (Near) | — |
| 165 | McGill's | ~11 min | 4 | Sat 5 · Sun 13 | 19:00 | 22:00 | Western Road (before) | Oak Drive (Opp) | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cathkin on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 172 bus or 165 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cathkin to Cairns?
2 routes run directly from Cathkin to Cairns: the 172 (Hobson Travel), the 165 (McGill's). The most frequent is the 172, 10 times each weekday — board at Cathkin By Pass (Near) and get off at Woodland Crescent (Near), about 15 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Cathkin to Cairns?
Around 15 minutes on the 172, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cathkin to Cairns?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:52 and the last around 22:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cathkin to Cairns?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.