What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell is to bus via Cairns which costs $25 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns Central Station and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns Central Station and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

The distance between Cairns Central Station and Cardwell is 213 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

How do I travel from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

The bus from Cairns to Cardwell takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairns Central Station to Cardwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns Central Station to Cardwell train from?

Cairns Central Station to Cardwell train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $700 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Cairns Central Station to Cardwell bus arrive?

Cairns Central Station to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cardwell station.

Where does the Cairns Central Station to Cardwell train arrive?

Cairns Central Station to Cardwell train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cardwell station.

Can I drive from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns Central Station to Cardwell is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell.

How do I get a train ticket from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell?

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Where can I stay near Cardwell?

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Cairns Central Station to Cardwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Cardwellbus Townsville / ...
2h 55m
$40–80
Bus via Cairns
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Cardwellbus Au050 / ...
2h 57m
$25–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwelltrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 34m
$30–668
Drive 182.7 km
1. Drive from Cairns Central Station to Cardwellcar 182.7 km
2h 15m
$33–48
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell Brasenose Streetbus Pm19
3h 30m
$35–50

Cairns Central Station to Cardwell by foot and bus (Greyhound)

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Cairns Central Station, QLD, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Cardwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–80 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–668 and the journey takes 3h 34m.

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