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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Cairns

Composite routes from Alice Springs to Cairns

Cheapest
24 h 13 min
Car
2334 km.
from $128
Other
3 d 17 h 8 min
1445 km.
from $792.72
3 d 17 h 24 min
1448 km.
from $1041.59
4 d 11 h 52 min
1446 km.
from $5611.60
4 d 12 h 22 min
Bus, Train
1447 km.
from $2179.76

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:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$315.22
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$303.03–$611.16

Airlines

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$467.39–$1,413.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns is to drive which costs $282.61 - $423.91 and takes 24h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $326.09 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Cairns Central Station via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 17h.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Adelaide, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 17h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Cairns?

The distance between Alice Springs and Cairns is 1476 km. The road distance is 2334.9 km.

How do I travel from Alice Springs to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 17h and costs $369.57 - $869.57 .

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Cairns?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Alice Springs to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Cairns bus from?

Alice Springs to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Alice Springs station.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Cairns train from?

Alice Springs to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $326.09 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $369.57 - $869.57 and takes 3 days 17h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $467.39 - $5000 and takes 3 days 17h.

Where does the Alice Springs to Cairns bus arrive?

Alice Springs to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 17:53 in Alice Springs and 18:23 in Cairns.

Where does the Alice Springs to Cairns train arrive?

Alice Springs to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Cairns is 2335 km. It takes approximately 24h 13m to drive from Alice Springs to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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