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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Giru is to bus and train which costs $55 - $270 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Giru is to fly and train which takes 4h 33m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Giru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Giru. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Cairns to Giru?

The distance between Cairns and Giru is 387 km. The road distance is 396.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Giru without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs $50 - $1,500.

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

The train from Cairns Central Station to Giru takes 6h 53m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Giru train from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Giru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Giru?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Giru is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Cairns to Giru.

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

Book your Cairns to Giru train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Giru?

There are 251+ hotels available in Giru.

Cairns to Giru - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairns to Giru by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Girutrain Spirit of Queensland
6h 53m
$50–1,444
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Townsvillebus Au050 / ...
2. Take the train from Townsville to Girutrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 18m
$58–261
Drive 396.7 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Girucar 396.7 km
4h 50m
$72–103
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CNS - TSV
2. Take the train from Townsville to Girutrain
4h 33m
$204–544

Cairns to Giru by train

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6h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 386.5 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Giru 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50–1,444 and the journey takes 6h 53m.

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