Rome2Rio

How to get fromParramatta to Cairnsby plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Find Transport to Cairns

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Parramatta to Cairns by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly

    best
    1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane plane SYD - CNS
    6h 5m
    $152–581

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Stationtrain train 31
    2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain train Spirit of Queensland
    41h 25m
    $239–6,757

  3. Bus via Central Station

    1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus bus Brisbane
    2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus bus Pm16
    45h 5m
    $354–628

  4. Drive 2,393.6 km

    1. Drive from Parramatta to Cairnscar car 2,393.6 km
    27h 37m
    $430–621

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A to Roma Street Station, Stand Fbus bus 3105
    2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus bus Au050 / ...
    46h 6m
    $328–543

Parramatta to Cairns by train

Calendar4Weekly Trains
Duration41h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket$239Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Parramatta to Cairns.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2,009.1 km
  • Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Parramatta, NSW, 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 Parramatta Station to Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 41h 25m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

More Questions & Answers