What is the cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which costs $140 - $600 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between New South Wales and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from New South Wales station to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Cairns via Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 58m.

Is there a direct train between New South Wales and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from New South Wales station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 32m.

How far is it from New South Wales to Cairns?

The distance between New South Wales and Cairns is 1990 km. The road distance is 2398 km.

How do I travel from New South Wales to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 32m and costs $240 - $7,000.

How long does it take to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from New South Wales to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Cairns bus from?

New South Wales to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Cairns train from?

New South Wales to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from New South Wales to Cairns?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $140 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $7,000 and takes 41h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $390 - $750 and takes 43h 58m.

Where does the New South Wales to Cairns bus arrive?

New South Wales to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the New South Wales to Cairns train arrive?

New South Wales to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from New South Wales to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between New South Wales to Cairns is 2398 km. It takes approximately 27h 42m to drive from New South Wales to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Cairns.

New South Wales to Cairns - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly from Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
5h 48m
$148–572
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
41h 32m
$243–6,757
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
43h 58m
$393–747
Drive 2,398 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Cairnscar 2,398 km
27h 42m
$428–618
Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport
1. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Cairns (CNS)plane CFS - CNS
8h 3m
$484–955
Fly from Newcastle Airport
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)plane NTL - CNS
7h 36m
$214–606
Fly from Wagga Wagga
1. Fly from Wagga Wagga (WGA) to Cairns (CNS)plane WGA - CNS
8h 6m
$245–856
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2d 1h
$343–504

New South Wales to Cairns by train

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41h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,989.8 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between New South Wales, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wynyard Station to Cairns Central Station via Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 41h 32m.

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