What is the cheapest way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between South Mission Beach and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from South Mission Beach to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Mission Beach and arriving at Cairns via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between South Mission Beach and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from South Mission Beach to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tully and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

The distance between South Mission Beach and Cairns is 148 km. The road distance is 145.6 km.

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

The best way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Mission Beach to Cairns bus from?

South Mission Beach to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mission Beach station.

Where do I catch the South Mission Beach to Cairns train from?

South Mission Beach to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Tully station.

Train or bus from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

The best way to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $700 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the South Mission Beach to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Mission Beach to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Mission Beach to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between South Mission Beach to Cairns is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from South Mission Beach to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Cairns.

South Mission Beach to Cairns - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from South Mission Beach to Cairns by bus (Greyhound), train, car, shuttle, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Mission Beach to Cairnsbus Cairns
2h 1m
$49–77
Drive 145.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Mission Beach to Cairnscar 145.6 km
1h 51m
$27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Tully to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
2h 54m
$124–670
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mission Beach to Cairns Central Shopping Complexshuttle
2h 36m
$93–96
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowary to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
2h 16m
$47–62

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Distance: 147.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mission Beach to Cairns 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Tully to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $23–506 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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