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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which costs $160 - $600 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $160 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Cairns via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Geelong to Cairns?

The distance between Geelong and Cairns is 2400 km. The road distance is 2840 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $310 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Geelong to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cairns bus from?

Geelong to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cairns train from?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train, bus or fly from Geelong to Cairns?

The best way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $310 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $480 - $1,100 and takes 2 days 9h, you could also fly, which costs $390 - $850 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Geelong to Cairns bus arrive?

Geelong to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Cairns train arrive?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Cairns is 2840 km. It takes approximately 33h 14m to drive from Geelong to Cairns.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geelong to Cairns?

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Geelong to Cairns - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Geelong to Cairns by shuttle, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly
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1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)plane MEL - CNS
6h 50m
$169–589
Train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain
2d 6h
$313–7,011
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus
2d 9h
$486–1,045
Drive 2,840 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Cairnscar 2,840 km
33h 14m
$510–737
Fly from Avalon Airport
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cairns (CNS)plane AVV - CNS
9h 28m
$394–817
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chatswood to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus
2d 14h
$416–769

Geelong to Cairns by train

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2d 6hAverage Duration

$313Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,400 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 2d 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Cairns via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Brisbane, and Brisbane Coach Terminal in around 2d 9h.

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