What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $95 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Clifton Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sheridan St at Grove Street and arriving at Clifton Rd near Yule Ave hail 'n' ride. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Cairns to Clifton Beach?

The distance between Cairns and Clifton Beach is 23 km. The road distance is 23.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Clifton Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach without a car is to bus which takes 33 min and costs $1 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach?

The bus from Sheridan St at Grove Street to Clifton Rd near Yule Ave hail 'n' ride takes 33 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Clifton Beach bus from?

Cairns to Clifton Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Sheridan St at Grove Street station.

Where does the Cairns to Clifton Beach bus arrive?

Cairns to Clifton Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Clifton Rd near Yule Ave hail 'n' ride station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Clifton Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Clifton Beach is 24 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Cairns to Clifton Beach.

Where can I stay near Clifton Beach?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Clifton Beach.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairns to Clifton Beach by bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from Sheridan St at Grove Street to Clifton Rd near Yule Ave hail 'n' ridebus 110N / ...
33 min
$1–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns to Clifton Beachtaxi 23.6 km
22 min
$95–120
Drive 23.6 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Clifton Beachcar 23.6 km
22 min
$5–7

Cairns to Clifton Beach by bus

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Distance: 22.6 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Clifton Beach, QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a bus from Sheridan St at Grove Street to Clifton Rd near Yule Ave hail 'n' ride hourly. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 33 min. Trans North Bus & Coach also services this route 3 times a week.

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