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

The cheapest way to get from Giru to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $50 - $260 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Giru to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Giru and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Giru and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Giru to Cairns?

The distance between Giru and Cairns is 387 km. The road distance is 396.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Giru to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs $50 - $1,500.

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

The train from Giru to Cairns Central Station takes 7h 18m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Giru to Cairns train from?

Giru to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Giru station.

Where does the Giru to Cairns train arrive?

Giru to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Giru to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Giru to Cairns is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Giru to Cairns.

How do I get a train ticket from Giru to Cairns?

Book your Giru to Cairns train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 999+ hotels available in Cairns.

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There are 4 ways to get from Giru to Cairns by train, bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Giru to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 18m
$50–1,444
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Giru to Townsvilletrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
7h 20m
$54–258
Drive 396.3 km
1. Drive from Giru to Cairnscar 396.3 km
4h 50m
$72–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Giru to Townsvilletrain
2. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
4h 43m
$200–549

Giru to Cairns by train

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7h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 386.5 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Giru to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50–1,444 and the journey takes 7h 18m.

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