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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Ellis Beach is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Ellis Beach is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Ellis Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Ellis Beach. However, there are services departing from Cairns Hospital and arriving at Veivers Rd near Captain Cook Hwy hail 'n' ride via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Cairns to Ellis Beach?

The distance between Cairns and Ellis Beach is 31 km. The road distance is 29 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Ellis Beach without a car is to line 110 bus which takes 45 min and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Cairns to Ellis Beach, including transfers.

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

Cairns to Ellis Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairns Hospital station.

Where does the Cairns to Ellis Beach bus arrive?

Cairns to Ellis Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Veivers Rd near Captain Cook Hwy hail 'n' ride station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Ellis Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Ellis Beach is 29 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Cairns to Ellis Beach.

Where can I stay near Ellis Beach?

There are 1004+ hotels available in Ellis Beach.

Cairns to Ellis Beach - 3 ways to travel via line 110 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 110 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns Hospital to Veivers Rd near Captain Cook Hwy hail 'n' ridebus 110 / ...
45 min
$20–24
Drive 29 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns to Ellis Beachcar 29 km
26 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns to Ellis Beachtaxi 29 km
26 min
$120–150

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Distance: 31.1 km
Duration: 45 min

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

Translink operates a bus from Cairns Hospital to Veivers Rd near Captain Cook Hwy hail 'n' ride hourly. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 42 min.

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