How far is it from Willis Island to Cairns?

The distance between Willis Island and Cairns is 684 km.

How long does it take to get from Willis Island to Cairns?

It takes approximately 12h 51m to get from Willis Island to Cairns, including transfers.

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Willis Island to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Willis Island to Cairns by unknown, plane, or train

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1. Walk from Willis Island to Palm Island Airport (PMK)unknown
2. Fly from Palm Island Airport (PMK) to Cairns (CNS)plane PMK - CNS
12h 51m
Travel, fly to Townsville Airport, train
1. Walk from Willis Island to Palm Island Airport (PMK)unknown
2. Fly from Palm Island Airport (PMK) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane PMK - TSV
3. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central Stationtrain
18h 5m

Palm Island Airport (PMK) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 683.6 km
Duration: 12h 51m

What companies run services between Willis Island, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Willis Island to Cairns. However, you can travel to Palm Island Airport (PMK) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the shuttle to Cairns Base Hospital. Alternatively, you can travel to Palm Island Airport (PMK) airport, fly to Townsville Airport (TSV), walk to Townsville Airport, take the line 222 bus to Breakwater Terminal, take the line 201 bus to Flinders St at Townsville station, walk to Townsville, then take the train to Cairns Central Station.

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