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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aitkenvale to Cairns

Composite routes from Aitkenvale to Cairns

Cheapest
4 h 7 min
Car
344 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$1,017.59

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.52–$95.40

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$48.34

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.72–$923.43

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to travel from Aitkenvale to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Aitkenvale to Cairns is to bus which costs $37.03 - $51.08 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the quickest mode of transportation from Aitkenvale to Cairns?

The quickest mode of transportation from Aitkenvale to Cairns is to fly, which takes 2 hours and 18 minutes and costs between $121.31 and $383.08.

Can I travel directly from Aitkenvale to Cairns by bus?

No, there are no direct bus services from Aitkenvale to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Townsville Shopping Centre, Elizabeth Street and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7 hours and 8 minutes.

How long is the drive from Aitkenvale to Cairns?

299 km

How can I get from Aitkenvale to Cairns without using a car?

The best way to get from Aitkenvale to Cairns without a car is to bus, which takes 7 hours and 8 minutes and costs $37.03 to $51.08.

What is the travel time between Aitkenvale and Cairns?

It takes approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes to get from Aitkenvale to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I catch the bus to Cairns from?

Premier Motor Service operates the Aitkenvale to Cairns bus services, departing from Townsville station.

What is the fastest way to travel from Aitkenvale to Cairns?

The best way to get from Aitkenvale to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs $121.31 - $383.08. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $37.03 - $51.08 and takes 7h 8m, you could also train, which costs $14.05 - $957.70 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the bus from Melbourne to Sydney stop?

The Melbourne to Sydney bus service stops at Sydney Central Station.

Can you travel by car from Aitkenvale to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Aitkenvale and Cairns is 344 kilometers. The travel time is approximately 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

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