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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Mareeba is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns North to Mareeba is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns North and Mareeba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Mareeba. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Mareeba via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cairns North to Mareeba?

The distance between Cairns North and Mareeba is 71 km. The road distance is 61.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns North to Mareeba without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $24 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cairns North to Mareeba, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Cairns North to Mareeba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns North to Mareeba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns North to Mareeba is 62 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Cairns North to Mareeba.

Where can I stay near Mareeba?

There are 11+ hotels available in Mareeba.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareebabus Cairns
2h 31m
$24–36
Drive 61.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns North to Mareebacar 61.6 km
52 min
$12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns North to Mareebataxi 61.6 km
52 min
$190–230

Cairns North to Mareeba by bus

18Weekly Buses

2h 31mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.8 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Cairns Central Station to Mareeba 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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