What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Louisa and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Louisa to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Crestbrook Dr at Timbury Way and arriving at Cairns via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Mount Louisa and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Louisa to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

The distance between Mount Louisa and Cairns is 371 km. The road distance is 338 km.

How do I travel from Mount Louisa to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Louisa to Cairns bus from?

Mount Louisa to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Mount Louisa to Cairns train from?

Mount Louisa to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train or bus from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

The best way to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $1,300 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Mount Louisa to Cairns bus arrive?

Mount Louisa to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Mount Louisa to Cairns train arrive?

Mount Louisa to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Mount Louisa to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Louisa to Cairns is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Mount Louisa to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 955+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mount Louisa to Cairns - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 204 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Mount Louisa to Cairns by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
7h 2m
$50–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 49m
$46–1,300
Drive 338 km
1. Drive from Mount Louisa to Cairnscar 338 km
4h 4m
$61–89
Line 204 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Crestbrook Dr at Timbury Way to Townsville City bus hub Stop Bbus
2. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
4h 26m
$192–402
Bus via Townsville
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
7h 23m
$62–86

Mount Louisa to Cairns by bus and train

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Distance: 371.4 km
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Mount Louisa, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Cairns twice daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–1,267 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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