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

The cheapest way to get from Kennedy to Cairns is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kennedy to Cairns is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Kennedy and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Kennedy to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Cardwell and arriving at Cairns via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kennedy and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Kennedy to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Cardwell and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Kennedy to Cairns?

The distance between Kennedy and Cairns is 193 km. The road distance is 170.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kennedy to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Kennedy to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kennedy to Cairns bus from?

Kennedy to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Cardwell station.

Where do I catch the Kennedy to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Kennedy to Cairns?

The best way to get from Kennedy to Cairns is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs $70 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $800 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Kennedy to Cairns bus arrive?

Kennedy to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Kennedy to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kennedy to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Kennedy to Cairns is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kennedy to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1004+ hotels available in Cairns.

Kennedy to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardwell to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
2h 57m
$71–98
Drive 170.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kennedy to Cairnscar 170.9 km
2h 5m
$31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cardwell to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 40m
$78–757
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Cardwell Brasenose Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
3h 13m
$82–105

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Distance: 192.7 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Cardwell to Cairns twice daily. Tickets cost $26–45 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cardwell to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–668 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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