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

The cheapest way to get from Daintree to Cairns is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daintree to Cairns is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $20 - $29.

How far is it from Daintree to Cairns?

The distance between Daintree and Cairns is 115 km. The road distance is 111.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Daintree to Cairns without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 42m and costs $170 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Daintree to Cairns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Daintree to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Daintree to Cairns is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Daintree to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Daintree to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Daintree to Cairns by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Daintree to Mossmantaxi
2. Take the bus from Mossman to Cairnsbus Cairns
1h 42m
$175–216
Drive 111.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Daintree to Cairnscar 111.5 km
1h 31m
$20–29

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Distance: 114.5 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Daintree to Cairns. However, you can take the taxi to Mossman then take the bus to Cairns. Alternatively, you can drive from Daintree to Cairns in around 1h 31m.

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