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

The cheapest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Mareeba and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mareeba and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Mareeba to Cairns?

The distance between Mareeba and Cairns is 69 km. The road distance is 64.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mareeba to Cairns without a car is to bus and line 110 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Mareeba to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mareeba to Cairns bus from?

Mareeba to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Mareeba station.

Where does the Mareeba to Cairns bus arrive?

Mareeba to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Smithfield station.

Can I drive from Mareeba to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mareeba to Cairns is 64 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Mareeba to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 999+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mareeba to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 110 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 110 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Smithfieldbus Cairns / ...
2. Take the bus from Smithfield Shopping Centre to Cairns Hospitalbus 110 / ...
1h 19m
$23–32
Drive 64.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mareeba to Cairnscar 64.2 km
55 min
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mareeba to Cairnstaxi 64.2 km
55 min
$200–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Stationbus Atherton / ...
1h 30m
$24–35

Mareeba to Cairns by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.7 km
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Mareeba to Cairns Hospital via Smithfield and Smithfield Shopping Centre in around 1h 19m.

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