What is the cheapest way to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns is to bus which costs $29 - $45 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Daintree National Park and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wonga and arriving at Cairns. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Daintree National Park to Cairns?

The distance between Daintree National Park and Cairns is 96 km.

How do I travel from Daintree National Park to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $29 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns?

The bus from Wonga to Cairns takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Daintree National Park to Cairns bus from?

Daintree National Park to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Wonga station.

Where does the Daintree National Park to Cairns bus arrive?

Daintree National Park to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Cairns.

Daintree National Park to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Daintree National Park to Cairns by bus, car ferry, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wonga to Cairnsbus Cairns
1h 45m
$29–45
Car ferry, drive
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1. Take the carferry from Daintree River Ferry North to Daintree River Ferrycarferry
2. Drive from Daintree River Ferry to Cairnscar
1h 54m
$26–61

Daintree National Park to Cairns by foot and bus

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 96.5 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Daintree National Park, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Wonga to Cairns 3 times a week. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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