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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Atherton to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
8 h 1 min
Car
630 km.
from $34
Other
13 h 10 min
476 km.
from $108.65
7 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
476 km.
from $293.08
13 h 39 min
476 km.
from $105.11
9 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
476 km.
from $183.73
12 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
476 km.
from $265.25

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$543.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$34.78

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Atherton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09
Bus from Atherton to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$65.22
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$25.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Airlie Beach is to bus and fly which takes 7h 47m and costs $195.65 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Airlie Beach via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Atherton to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Atherton and Airlie Beach is 652 km. The road distance is 630.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Atherton to Airlie Beach without a car is to train which takes 11h 37m and costs $108.70 - $1521.74 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 37m to get from Atherton to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

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

Atherton to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Atherton station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Atherton to Airlie Beach is to train which takes 11h 37m and costs $108.70 - $1521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Atherton to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Atherton to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Airlie Beach is 630 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Atherton to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $68.52 per night.
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