What is the cheapest way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns is to fly which costs $250 - $850 and takes 20h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns is to fly which takes 20h 22m and costs $250 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Coober Pedy and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Coober Pedy to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Coober Pedy and arriving at Cairns via 85 Franklin St, Albury Station, Coach Bay 1, Central Station and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

Is there a direct train between Coober Pedy and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Coober Pedy to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Manguri and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Adelaide Station, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 10h.

How far is it from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

The distance between Coober Pedy and Cairns is 1770 km. The road distance is 2429.3 km.

How do I travel from Coober Pedy to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 6h and costs $550 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

It takes approximately 20h 22m to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coober Pedy to Cairns bus from?

Coober Pedy to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Coober Pedy station.

Where do I catch the Coober Pedy to Cairns train from?

Coober Pedy to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Manguri station.

Train, bus or fly from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

The best way to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns is to fly which takes 20h 22m and costs $250 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $550 - $1,300 and takes 3 days 6h, you could also train, which costs $2,100 - $9,500 and takes 3 days 10h.

Where does the Coober Pedy to Cairns bus arrive?

Coober Pedy to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Coober Pedy and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min ahead of Coober Pedy. It is currently 5:42 PM in Coober Pedy and 6:12 PM in Cairns.

Where does the Coober Pedy to Cairns train arrive?

Coober Pedy to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Coober Pedy to Cairns is 2429 km. It takes approximately 37h 36m to drive from Coober Pedy to Cairns.

How do I get a bus ticket from Coober Pedy to Cairns?

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Coober Pedy to Cairns - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Coober Pedy to Cairns by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Fly to Cairns
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1. Fly from Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) to Cairns (CNS)plane CPD - CNS
20h 22m
$250–811
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coober Pedy to Adelaidebus
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwybus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station, Coach Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus
3d 6h
$583–1,290
Train
1. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain
5. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain
3d 10h
$2,109–9,054
Drive 2,429.3 km
1. Drive from Coober Pedy to Cairnscar 2,429.3 km
37h 36m
$437–631
Fly to Cooktown Airport, bus
1. Fly from Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)plane CPD - CTN
2. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairnsbus
23h 47m
$375–1,031
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coober Pedy to Adelaidebus
2. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain
3d 23h
$2,401–19,781
Bus, train via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Coober Pedy to Adelaidebus
2. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus
4d 3h
$2,450–13,600

Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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19h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,769.7 km
Duration: 20h 22m

What companies run services between Coober Pedy, SA, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) to Cairns (CNS) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coober Pedy to Cairns via 85 Franklin St, Albury Station, Coach Bay 1, Central Station, Brisbane, and Brisbane Coach Terminal in around 3d 6h.

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