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

The cheapest way to get from Laura to Cairns is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laura to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $75 - $410.

How far is it from Laura to Cairns?

The distance between Laura and Cairns is 315 km. The road distance is 304.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Laura to Cairns without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $310 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Laura to Cairns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Laura to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Laura to Cairns is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Laura to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1044+ hotels available in Cairns.

Laura to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Laura to Cairns by car, bus, plane, or taxi

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Laura to Palmer Rivercar
2. Take the bus from Palmer River to Smithfieldbus Cooktown to Cairns
4h 10m
$71–105
Drive 304.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Laura to Cairnscar 304.8 km
3h 48m
$66–95
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Laura to Cooktown Airport (CTN)car
2. Fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns (CNS)plane CTN - CNS
2h 53m
$78–407
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Laura to Lakeland Downstaxi
2. Take the bus from Lakeland Downs to Cairnsbus Cooktown to Cairns
4h 24m
$311–387

Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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Distance: 314.8 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Laura to Cairns. However, you can drive to Palmer River, take the bus to Smithfield, walk to Smithfield Shopping Centre, then take the line 110 bus to Cairns Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Laura to Cairns in around 3h 48m.

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