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

The cheapest way to get from Paget to Cairns is to bus which costs $130 - $210 and takes 12h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paget to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $260 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Paget and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Paget to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Cairns via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Paget and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mackay and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from Paget to Cairns?

The distance between Paget and Cairns is 604 km. The road distance is 733.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Paget to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 11h 27m and costs $80 - $2,700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Paget to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paget to Cairns bus from?

Paget to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mackay station.

Where do I catch the Paget to Cairns train from?

Paget to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Mackay station.

Train, bus or fly from Paget to Cairns?

The best way to get from Paget to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $260 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $2,700 and takes 11h 27m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Paget to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paget to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paget to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Paget to Cairns is 734 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Paget to Cairns.

How do I get a train ticket from Paget to Cairns?

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)plane MKY - CNS
4h 10m
$260–550
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mackay to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
11h 27m
$80–2,652
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mackay to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
12h 2m
$133–207
Drive 733.7 km
1. Drive from Paget to Cairnscar 733.7 km
8h 48m
$132–191

Paget to Cairns by train

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11h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 604 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Mackay to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $80–2,652 and the journey takes 11h 27m.

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