What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Bingil Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Bingil Bay. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at El Arish via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Bingil Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Bingil Bay. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Tully via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

The distance between Cairns and Bingil Bay is 139 km. The road distance is 135.5 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Bingil Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay without a car is to bus via El Arish which takes 1h 51m and costs $60 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Bingil Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Bingil Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

The best way to get from Cairns to Bingil Bay is to bus via El Arish which takes 1h 51m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $700 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Cairns to Bingil Bay bus arrive?

Cairns to Bingil Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at El Arish station.

Where does the Cairns to Bingil Bay train arrive?

Cairns to Bingil Bay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Tully station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Bingil Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Bingil Bay is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Cairns to Bingil Bay.

Where can I stay near Bingil Bay?

There are 177+ hotels available in Bingil Bay.

Cairns to Bingil Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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Bus via El Arish
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to El Arishbus Pm19
1h 51m
$61–82
Drive 135.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns to Bingil Baycar 135.5 km
1h 42m
$25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Tullytrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 2m
$144–656
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cairns Central Shopping Complex to Mission Beachshuttle
2h 51m
$103–109
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Mission Beachbus Townsville / ...
2h 1m
$64–90

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Distance: 138.6 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Bingil Bay, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Cairns Central Station to El Arish once daily. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Tully 4 times a week. Tickets cost $23–506 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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