What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which costs $130 - $600 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and New South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to New South Wales station. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Roma Street Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and New South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to New South Wales station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Wynyard Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 50m.

How far is it from Cairns to New South Wales?

The distance between Cairns and New South Wales is 1991 km. The road distance is 2399.1 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to New South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to New South Wales without a car is to train which takes 40h 50m and costs $240 - $6,500.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cairns to New South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to New South Wales bus from?

Cairns to New South Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to New South Wales train from?

Cairns to New South Wales train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to New South Wales?

The best way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $130 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $6,500 and takes 40h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $330 - $650 and takes 45h 28m.

Where does the Cairns to New South Wales bus arrive?

Cairns to New South Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Cairns to New South Wales train arrive?

Cairns to New South Wales train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to New South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to New South Wales is 2399 km. It takes approximately 27h 43m to drive from Cairns to New South Wales.

Where can I stay near New South Wales?

There are 5206+ hotels available in New South Wales.

Cairns to New South Wales - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Cairns to New South Wales by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CNS - SYD
4h 34m
$137–555
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
40h 50m
$247–6,428
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3206 / ...
45h 28m
$336–605
Drive 2,399.1 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Sydneycar 2,399.1 km
27h 43m
$428–619
Fly to Newcastle Airport
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane CNS - NTL
6h 39m
$220–598
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane CNS - CFS
7h 20m
$485–914
Fly to Wagga Wagga
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Wagga Wagga (WGA)plane CNS - WGA
8h 23m
$297–980
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
2d 1h
$436–978

Cairns to New South Wales by train

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Distance: 1,991 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and New South Wales, Australia?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cairns Central Station to Wynyard Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 40h 50m.

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