What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Atherton is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns North to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Cairns North to Atherton is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns North and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Atherton via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cairns North to Atherton?

The distance between Cairns North and Atherton is 104 km. The road distance is 79.7 km.

How do I travel from Cairns North to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Atherton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Cairns North to Atherton?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cairns North to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns North to Atherton bus from?

Cairns North to Atherton bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Cairns North to Atherton bus arrive?

Cairns North to Atherton bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Atherton station.

Can I drive from Cairns North to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns North to Atherton is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Cairns North to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 63+ hotels available in Atherton.

Cairns North to Atherton - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairns North to Atherton by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Athertonbus Cairns
3h 1m
$30–46
Drive 79.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns North to Athertoncar 79.7 km
1h 17m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns North to Athertontaxi 79.7 km
1h 17m
$250–300

Cairns North to Atherton by bus

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3h 1mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.1 km
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Cairns North, QLD, Australia and Atherton, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton twice daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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