HUB hero image

How to Travel from

Airlie to Cairns

by Plane, Route or Car

Airlie
+0
Cairns
Transport search to Cairns
Airlie
+0
Cairns
Building a composite car route
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
33 h 29 min
2816 km.
from $154
Composite Route Car Only

Four ways to Travel from Airlie to Cairns

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
Fastest
Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to travel from Airlie to Cairns is by flying, which costs $114.92 to $332.00 and takes 6 hours and 23 minutes.

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

The fastest way to get from Airlie to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $114.92 - $332.00.

Is there a direct bus service from Airlie to Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus service from Airlie to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Girls Grammar/Anderson St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

Can you take a direct train from Airlie to Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Airlie to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from South Yarra and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Airlie to Cairns?

The distance between Airlie and Cairns is 2350 km. The road distance is 2815.7 km.

How can I travel from Airlie to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie to Cairns without a car is to night train and train which takes 2 days 5 hours and costs $121.31 - $4,852.33.

How long does it take to travel from Airlie to Cairns?

It takes approximately 6 hours and 23 minutes to travel from Airlie to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I find the bus that travels from Airlie to Cairns?

The Airlie to Cairns bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Airlie to Cairns train from?

Airlie to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Airlie to Cairns?

The best way to get from Airlie to Cairns is to fly, which takes 6 hours and 23 minutes and costs $114.92 - $332.00. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $280.92 - $638.46 and takes 2 days and 10 hours, you could also train, which costs $121.31 - $4,852.33 and takes 2 days and 6 hours.

What is the arrival location of the Airlie to Cairns bus service?

Firefly Express's Airlie to Cairns bus services arrive at Central Station.

Airlie to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Airlie to Cairns train arrive?

Can I drive from Airlie to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie and Cairns is 2816 kilometers. It takes approximately 33 hours and 24 minutes to drive from Airlie to Cairns.

Where can I find a place to stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $84.89 per night.
+0