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

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $160 - $650 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 20m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Maitland and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Maitland station to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station, Station St and arriving at Cairns via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Maitland and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Maitland station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 44m.

How far is it from Maitland to Cairns?

The distance between Maitland and Cairns is 1932 km. The road distance is 2252.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Maitland to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 37h 44m and costs $240 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Maitland to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Cairns bus from?

Maitland to Cairns bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Cairns train from?

Maitland to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Maitland Station.

Train, bus or fly from Maitland to Cairns?

The best way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to fly which takes 8h 32m and costs $220 - $850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $7,000 and takes 37h 44m, you could also bus, which costs $310 - $480 and takes 43h 15m.

Where does the Maitland to Cairns bus arrive?

Maitland to Cairns bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Roma Street Station, Stand F.

What is the time difference between Maitland and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Maitland. It is currently 8:23 PM in Maitland and 7:23 PM in Cairns.

Where does the Maitland to Cairns train arrive?

Maitland to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Maitland to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Cairns is 2253 km. It takes approximately 26h 4m to drive from Maitland to Cairns.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Cairns.

Maitland to Cairns - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Maitland to Cairns by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Newcastle Airport
best
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)plane NTL - CNS
8h 32m
$229–815
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
8h 20m
$169–635
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
37h 44m
$241–6,721
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus 3101
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
43h 15m
$312–480
Drive 2,252.7 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Cairnscar 2,252.7 km
26h 4m
$410–592
Train to Tamworth, fly
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Cairns (CNS)plane TMW - CNS
10h 37m
$272–977
Bus via Hexham
1. Take the bus from Hexham to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
47h 9m
$356–527

Maitland to Cairns by train

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37h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,932.2 km
Duration: 8h 32m

What companies run services between Maitland, NSW, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maitland Station to Cairns Central Station via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 37h 44m.

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