What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Malanda Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Malanda Falls. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Atherton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Cairns to Malanda Falls?

The distance between Cairns and Malanda Falls is 119 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Malanda Falls without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls without a car is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $80 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Malanda Falls bus from?

Cairns to Malanda Falls bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Cairns to Malanda Falls bus arrive?

Cairns to Malanda Falls bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Atherton station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Malanda Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Malanda Falls is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Cairns to Malanda Falls.

Where can I stay near Malanda Falls?

There are 66+ hotels available in Malanda Falls.

Cairns to Malanda Falls - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairns to Malanda Falls by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Athertonbus Cairns
2h 4m
$81–103
Drive 74.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns to Malanda Fallscar 74.4 km
1h 9m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairns to Malanda Fallstaxi 74.4 km
1h 9m
$230–280

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Distance: 119 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Malanda Falls, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton twice daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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