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

The cheapest way to get from Queensland to Cairns is to fly which costs $190 - $370 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Queensland to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $190 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Queensland and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane Coach Terminal and arriving at Cairns. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Queensland and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Street and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from Queensland to Cairns?

The distance between Queensland and Cairns is 301 km. The road distance is 1676.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Queensland to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 25h 20m and costs $170 - $6,500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Queensland to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Queensland to Cairns bus from?

Queensland to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Queensland to Cairns train from?

Queensland to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Queensland to Cairns?

The best way to get from Queensland to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $190 - $370. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $6,500 and takes 25h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $210 - $310 and takes 28h 40m.

Where does the Queensland to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Queensland to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Queensland to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Queensland to Cairns is 1676 km. It takes approximately 19h 49m to drive from Queensland to Cairns.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Queensland to Cairns?

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Queensland to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Queensland to Cairns by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
3h 39m
$190–370
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
25h 20m
$170–6,171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
28h 40m
$210–310
Drive 1,676.1 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Cairnscar 1,676.1 km
19h 49m
$302–435

Queensland to Cairns by train

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25h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 301.5 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $170–6,171 and the journey takes 25h 20m.

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