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

The cheapest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns Central is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns Central is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Mareeba and Cairns Central?

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 Central?

The distance between Mareeba and Cairns Central is 68 km. The road distance is 64.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mareeba to Cairns Central without a car is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs $24 - $35.

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

The bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Station takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Mareeba to Cairns Central bus from?

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

Where does the Mareeba to Cairns Central bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mareeba to Cairns Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Mareeba to Cairns Central is 65 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Mareeba to Cairns Central.

Where can I stay near Cairns Central?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Cairns Central.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Stationbus Atherton / ...
1h 31m
$24–35
Drive 64.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mareeba to Cairns Centralcar 64.8 km
56 min
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mareeba to Cairns Centraltaxi 64.8 km
56 min
$200–250
Bus, line 110 bus
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Smithfieldbus Cairns / ...
2. Take the bus from Smithfield Shopping Centre to Cairns City bus station, platform 1bus 110 / ...
1h 39m
$23–32

Mareeba to Cairns Central by bus and foot

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1h 31mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.8 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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