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

The cheapest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns North is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mareeba to Cairns North is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Mareeba and Cairns North?

No, there is no direct bus from Mareeba to Cairns North. However, there are services departing from Mareeba and arriving at Sheridan St at Lily St via Smithfield Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Mareeba to Cairns North?

The distance between Mareeba and Cairns North is 67 km. The road distance is 61.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mareeba to Cairns North without a car is to bus via Smithfield Shopping Centre which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $35.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Mareeba to Cairns North bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mareeba to Cairns North?

Yes, the driving distance between Mareeba to Cairns North is 61 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Mareeba to Cairns North.

Where can I stay near Cairns North?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Cairns North.

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

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

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Bus via Smithfield Shopping Centre
best
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Smithfieldbus Cairns / ...
1h 19m
$23–32
Drive 61.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mareeba to Cairns Northcar 61.4 km
52 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mareeba to Cairns Northtaxi 61.4 km
52 min
$190–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mareeba to Cairns Central Stationbus Atherton / ...
1h 46m
$25–35

Mareeba to Cairns North by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.8 km
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Mareeba to Smithfield 6 times a week. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 45 min.

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