What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is to bus which costs $240 - $340 and takes 29h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Brisbane Airport (BNE). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Brisbane Roma Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Brisbane Airport (BNE) station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at International Airport Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 1m.

How far is it from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

The distance between Cairns and Brisbane Airport (BNE) is 1399 km. The road distance is 1675.8 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) without a car is to train which takes 26h 1m and costs $190 - $6,500.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) bus from?

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) train from?

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

The best way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $6,500 and takes 26h 1m, you could also bus, which costs $240 - $340 and takes 29h 46m.

Where does the Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) bus arrive?

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) train arrive?

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is 1676 km. It takes approximately 19h 45m to drive from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE).

How do I get a bus ticket from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

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Where can I stay near Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Brisbane Airport (BNE).

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CNS - BNE
3h 20m
$120–650
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
26h 1m
$191–6,196
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma Streetbus Pm19
29h 46m
$241–337
Drive 1,675.8 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE)car 1,675.8 km
19h 45m
$297–429
Bus via Cairns
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050 / ...
30h 4m
$295–460

Cairns to Brisbane Airport (BNE) by train

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Distance: 1,399.1 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Brisbane Airport (BNE), Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) hourly. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street 4 times a week. Tickets cost $170–6,171 and the journey takes 25h 20m.

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