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

The cheapest way to get from Marlborough to Cairns is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 11h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marlborough to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $330 - $2,800.

Is there a direct bus between Marlborough and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marlborough and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from Marlborough to Cairns?

The distance between Marlborough and Cairns is 927 km. The road distance is 958.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Marlborough to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $120 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Marlborough to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marlborough to Cairns bus from?

Marlborough to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Marlborough station.

Where does the Marlborough to Cairns bus arrive?

Marlborough to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Marlborough to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Marlborough to Cairns is 958 km. It takes approximately 11h 12m to drive from Marlborough to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Cairns.

Marlborough to Cairns - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Marlborough to Cairns by car, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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Drive to Moranbah Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Marlborough to Moranbah Airport (MOV)car
2. Fly from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns (CNS)plane MOV - CNS
7h 1m
$332–2,776
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Saint Lawrencebus Townsville / ...
2. Take the train from Saint Lawrence to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
15h 38m
$118–3,237
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
15h 20m
$120–350
Drive 958.4 km
1. Drive from Marlborough to Cairnscar 958.4 km
11h 12m
$170–245
Bus to Mackay, fly
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Sarinabus
2. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)plane MKY - CNS
9h 58m
$293–623
Bus to Whitsunday Coast Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Proserpinebus
2. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)plane PPP - CNS
8h 25m
$336–1,221
Bus, bus to Rockhampton, fly
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Rockhampton George Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton Police Complex to Park Street at Yeppoon Central Shopping Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Park Street at Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre to Terminal Dr at Rockhampton Airportbus
4. Fly from Rockhampton (ROK) to Cairns (CNS)plane ROK - CNS
11h 42m
$306–636
Bus to Gladstone Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Marlborough to Gladstonebus
2. Fly from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to Cairns (CNS)plane GLT - CNS
12h 25m
$287–1,029

Marlborough to Cairns by bus

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15h 20mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 927.2 km
Duration: 7h 1m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Marlborough to Cairns Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 15h 20m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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