What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Babinda?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Babinda is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Babinda?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Babinda is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Babinda?

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

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Babinda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Babinda. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cairns to Babinda?

The distance between Cairns and Babinda is 59 km. The road distance is 58.4 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Babinda without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Babinda without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Babinda?

The bus from Cairns to Babinda takes 45 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Babinda bus from?

Cairns to Babinda bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Babinda train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Babinda?

The best way to get from Cairns to Babinda is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $220 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Cairns to Babinda bus arrive?

Cairns to Babinda bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Babinda station.

Where does the Cairns to Babinda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Babinda?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Babinda is 58 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Cairns to Babinda.

How do I get a train ticket from Cairns to Babinda?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cairns to Babinda?

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Where can I stay near Babinda?

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Cairns to Babinda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and shuttle

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Babindabus Townsville / ...
45 min
$19–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Babindatrain Spirit of Queensland
1h 10m
$10–219
Drive 58.4 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Babindacar 58.4 km
43 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns to Babindataxi 58.4 km
43 min
$180–220
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cairns State School to Babindashuttle
1h 15m

Cairns to Babinda by bus

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.3 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Babinda, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Babinda 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Babinda 4 times a week. Tickets cost $10–219 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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