What is the cheapest way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between South Johnstone and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from South Johnstone to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Innisfail and arriving at Cairns via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between South Johnstone and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from South Johnstone to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Innisfail and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from South Johnstone to Cairns?

The distance between South Johnstone and Cairns is 99 km. The road distance is 96.8 km.

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

The best way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns without a car is to bus via Innisfail which takes 1h 25m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from South Johnstone to Cairns?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from South Johnstone to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Johnstone to Cairns bus from?

South Johnstone to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Innisfail station.

Where do I catch the South Johnstone to Cairns train from?

South Johnstone to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Innisfail station.

Train or bus from South Johnstone to Cairns?

The best way to get from South Johnstone to Cairns is to bus via Innisfail which takes 1h 25m and costs $50 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $370 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the South Johnstone to Cairns bus arrive?

South Johnstone to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the South Johnstone to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Johnstone to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between South Johnstone to Cairns is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from South Johnstone to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1004+ hotels available in Cairns.

South Johnstone to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Johnstone to Cairns by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus via Innisfail (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Innisfail to Cairnsbus Cairns
1h 25m
$53–75
Drive 96.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Johnstone to Cairnscar 96.8 km
1h 14m
$18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Innisfail to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
1h 56m
$46–366
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mourilyan to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
1h 46m
$43–58

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Distance: 99.3 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Innisfail to Cairns 4 times a day. Tickets cost $24–40 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Innisfail to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $15–324 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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