What is the cheapest way to get from Blacktown to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Blacktown to Cairns is to fly which costs $140 - $490 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blacktown to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Blacktown to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $140 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Blacktown and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Blacktown station to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station, Stand D and arriving at Cairns via Central Station and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Blacktown and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Blacktown station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 43m.

How far is it from Blacktown to Cairns?

The distance between Blacktown and Cairns is 2021 km. The road distance is 2396.7 km.

How do I travel from Blacktown to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Blacktown to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 43m and costs $250 - $7,000.

How long does it take to get from Blacktown to Cairns?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Blacktown to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Cairns bus from?

Blacktown to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Cairns train from?

Blacktown to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train, bus or fly from Blacktown to Cairns?

The best way to get from Blacktown to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $140 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $7,000 and takes 41h 43m, you could also bus via Town Hall, Park St, Stand K, which costs $390 - $750 and takes 44h 58m.

Where does the Blacktown to Cairns bus arrive?

Blacktown to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Blacktown and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Blacktown. It is currently 8:14 AM in Blacktown and 7:14 AM in Cairns.

Where does the Blacktown to Cairns train arrive?

Blacktown to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Blacktown to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Blacktown to Cairns is 2397 km. It takes approximately 27h 33m to drive from Blacktown to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 952+ hotels available in Cairns.

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There are 7 ways to get from Blacktown to Cairns by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
6h 18m
$146–482
Train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
41h 43m
$254–6,758
Bus via Town Hall, Park St, Stand K
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
44h 58m
$398–734
Drive 2,396.7 km
1. Drive from Blacktown to Cairnscar 2,396.7 km
27h 33m
$435–628
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Blacktown to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Cairns (CNS)plane OAG - CNS
9h 5m
$639–757
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)plane NTL - CNS
10h 46m
$226–827
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2d 2h
$375–558

Blacktown to Cairns by train

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Distance: 2,020.8 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Blacktown, NSW, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blacktown Station to Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 41h 43m.

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