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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Atherton

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Atherton

Cheapest
8 h
Car
629 km.
from $34
Other
12 h 50 min
476 km.
from $107.41
7 h 19 min
Plane, Bus
476 km.
from $521.43
13 h 9 min
476 km.
from $104.76
12 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
476 km.
from $260.79

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$543.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$65.22
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Gordonvale
Ave. Duration:
9h 19m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$1,319.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton is to bus which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 12h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton is to fly and bus which takes 7h 19m and costs $184.78 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Atherton via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Atherton is 651 km. The road distance is 630.4 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $108.70 - $1630.43 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

It takes approximately 11h 43m to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Atherton bus from?

Airlie Beach to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Train or bus from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Atherton is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $108.70 - $1630.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Atherton bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Atherton is 630 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Airlie Beach to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 53+ hotels available in Atherton. Prices start at $80.99 per night.
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