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

The cheapest way to get from Thuringowa to Cairns is to bus via Townsville which costs $50 - $90 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thuringowa to Cairns is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Thuringowa and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Thuringowa to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Willows Shopping Centre and arriving at Cairns via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Thuringowa and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Thuringowa to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Thuringowa to Cairns?

The distance between Thuringowa and Cairns is 374 km. The road distance is 342.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Thuringowa to Cairns without a car is to bus via Townsville which takes 7h 9m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Thuringowa to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thuringowa to Cairns bus from?

Thuringowa to Cairns bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the Thuringowa to Cairns train from?

Thuringowa to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train or bus from Thuringowa to Cairns?

The best way to get from Thuringowa to Cairns is to bus via Townsville which takes 7h 9m and costs $50 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $1,300 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Thuringowa to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thuringowa to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thuringowa to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Thuringowa to Cairns is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Thuringowa to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Cairns.

Thuringowa to Cairns - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 200 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Thuringowa to Cairns by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Townsville
best
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
7h 9m
$50–86
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
7h 49m
$46–1,300
Drive 342.7 km
1. Drive from Thuringowa to Cairnscar 342.7 km
4h 6m
$62–89
Line 200 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Willows Shopping Centre to Breakwater Terminalbus
2. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)plane TSV - CNS
4h 53m
$192–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
7h 27m
$50–76

Thuringowa to Cairns by bus and train

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Distance: 374.4 km
Duration: 7h 9m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Cairns twice daily. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–1,267 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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