What is the cheapest way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns is to bus via Townsville which costs $45 - $80 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $260 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Bushland Beach and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Bushland Beach to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Mount Low Parkway at Manuka Court and arriving at Cairns via Townsville Shopping Centre, Elizabeth Street and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bushland Beach and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Bushland Beach to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

The distance between Bushland Beach and Cairns is 312 km. The road distance is 334.3 km.

How do I travel from Bushland Beach to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $110 - $1,400.

How long does it take to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bushland Beach to Cairns bus from?

Bushland Beach to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Bushland Beach to Cairns train from?

Bushland Beach to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

The best way to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $260 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $1,400 and takes 6h 45m, you could also bus via Townsville, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Bushland Beach to Cairns bus arrive?

Bushland Beach to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Bushland Beach to Cairns train arrive?

Bushland Beach to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Bushland Beach to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Bushland Beach to Cairns is 334 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Bushland Beach to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairns.

Bushland Beach to Cairns - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bushland Beach to Cairns by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
2h 34m
$261–494
Bus via Townsville
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
7h 55m
$46–76
Train
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
6h 45m
$117–1,385
Drive 334.3 km
1. Drive from Bushland Beach to Cairnscar 334.3 km
4h 1m
$61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
8h 13m
$62–86

Bushland Beach to Cairns by bus

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Distance: 311.6 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Bushland Beach, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–1,267 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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