What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

The fastest way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns Central and Innisfail?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Innisfail. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns Central and Innisfail?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Innisfail. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

The distance between Cairns Central and Innisfail is 89 km. The road distance is 87.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail without a car is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

The bus from Cairns Central Station to Innisfail takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cairns Central to Innisfail bus from?

Cairns Central to Innisfail bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where do I catch the Cairns Central to Innisfail train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

The best way to get from Cairns Central to Innisfail is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs $22 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $330 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Cairns Central to Innisfail bus arrive?

Cairns Central to Innisfail bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Innisfail station.

Where does the Cairns Central to Innisfail train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns Central to Innisfail?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns Central to Innisfail is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Cairns Central to Innisfail.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Innisfail?

There are 19+ hotels available in Innisfail.

Cairns Central to Innisfail - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Innisfailbus Pm19
1h 16m
$22–35
Train
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1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Innisfailtrain Spirit of Queensland
1h 44m
$15–324
Drive 87.6 km
1. Drive from Cairns Central to Innisfailcar 87.6 km
1h 5m
$16–23
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cairns Central Shopping Complex to Innisfailshuttle
1h 51m
$57
Bus via Cairns (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Innisfailbus Townsville / ...
1h 19m
$24–40

Cairns Central to Innisfail by foot and bus

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.5 km
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Cairns Central Station to Innisfail once daily. Tickets cost $22–35 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Innisfail 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–324 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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