What is the cheapest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to bus via Proserpine which costs $90 - $160 and takes 10h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cairns. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The distance between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns is 517 km. The road distance is 605.9 km.

How do I travel from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs $70 - $2,200.

How long does it take to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus from?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Proserpine station.

Where do I catch the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train from?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Proserpine station.

Train, bus or fly from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $290 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $2,200 and takes 10h 2m, you could also bus via Proserpine, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus arrive?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train arrive?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is 606 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns.

How do I get a train ticket from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)plane PPP - CNS
2h 50m
$299–1,146
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
10h 2m
$70–2,200
Bus via Proserpine
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
10h 10m
$90–160
Drive 605.9 km
1. Drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairnscar 605.9 km
7h 16m
$109–158
Bus
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
10h 45m
$85–230

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns by foot and train

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Distance: 517.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Proserpine (Station), QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Skytrans flies from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Proserpine to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $70–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 49m.

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