What is the cheapest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns is to bus via Airlie Beach which costs $90 - $150 and takes 10h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $260 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Whitsunday Islands and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Whitsunday Islands and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cairns Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

How far is it from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

The distance between Whitsunday Islands and Cairns is 504 km. The road distance is 545.6 km.

How do I travel from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $80 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitsunday Islands to Cairns bus from?

Whitsunday Islands to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Where do I catch the Whitsunday Islands to Cairns train from?

Whitsunday Islands to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Proserpine station.

Train, bus or fly from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

The best way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $260 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $220 and takes 10h, you could also train, which costs $80 - $2,300 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Whitsunday Islands to Cairns bus arrive?

Whitsunday Islands to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Whitsunday Islands to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitsunday Islands to Cairns is 546 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Whitsunday Islands to Cairns?

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Whitsunday Islands to Cairns - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)plane PPP - CNS
2h 40m
$260–1,100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
10h
$80–220
Train
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
11h 29m
$83–2,215
Drive 545.6 km
1. Drive from Bowen to Cairnscar 545.6 km
6h 35m
$98–141
Bus via Airlie Beach
1. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
10h 43m
$90–150

Whitsunday Islands to Cairns by bus

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Distance: 503.7 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Whitsunday Islands, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Skytrans flies from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 10h. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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