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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Cairns City

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Cairns City

Cheapest
7 h 54 min
Car
621 km.
from $34
Other
4 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
483 km.
from $269.09
9 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
483 km.
from $242.32

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

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Bus from Shute Harbour Road at Broadwater Avenue to Blair
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$1.41–$1.96

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

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 Cairns
Ave. Duration:
9h 49m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$1,370.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City is to bus which costs $46.74 - $141.30 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City is to line 860 bus and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Cairns City?

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.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Cairns City is 546 km. The road distance is 622.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $46.74 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Cairns City bus from?

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

Train or bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cairns City is to bus which takes 10h and costs $46.74 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19.57 - $1413.04 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Cairns City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Cairns City?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Cairns City is 622 km. It takes approximately 7h 59m to drive from Airlie Beach to Cairns City.

Where can I stay near Cairns City?

There are 828+ hotels available in Cairns City. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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