What is the cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $160 - $490 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Coast to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Central Coast to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $160 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Central Coast and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Coast to Cairns. However, there are services departing from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd and arriving at Cairns via Gosford Station, Stand G and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Central Coast and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Central Coast station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Gosford Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 56m.

How far is it from Central Coast to Cairns?

The distance between Central Coast and Cairns is 2093 km. The road distance is 2316.8 km.

How do I travel from Central Coast to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 40h 56m and costs $250 - $7,000.

How long does it take to get from Central Coast to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Central Coast to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Coast to Cairns bus from?

Central Coast to Cairns bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Gosford Station, Stand G.

Where do I catch the Central Coast to Cairns train from?

Central Coast to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Gosford Station.

Train or bus from Central Coast to Cairns?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Cairns is to train which takes 40h 56m and costs $250 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $320 - $500 and takes 44h 47m.

Where does the Central Coast to Cairns bus arrive?

Central Coast to Cairns bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

What is the time difference between Central Coast and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Central Coast. It is currently 3:38 PM in Central Coast and 2:38 PM in Cairns.

Where does the Central Coast to Cairns train arrive?

Central Coast to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Central Coast to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Coast to Cairns is 2317 km. It takes approximately 27h to drive from Central Coast to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1048+ hotels available in Cairns.

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
7h 55m
$163–490
Train
1. Take the train from Gosford Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
40h 56m
$250–6,746
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gosford Station, Stand G to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 3101
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
44h 47m
$325–496
Drive 2,316.8 km
1. Drive from Central Coast to Cairnscar 2,316.8 km
27h
$419–606
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ourimbah Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)plane NTL - CNS
10h 7m
$319–883
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Central Coast to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Cairns (CNS)plane OAG - CNS
9h 59m
$652–775
Bus via Westfield Tuggerah, Stand C
1. Take the bus from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2d 2h
$369–542

Central Coast to Cairns by bus and train

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Distance: 2,093.4 km
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Central Coast, NSW, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Cairns Central Station via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 40h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Cairns via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Stand G, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Brisbane Coach Terminal in around 44h 47m.

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