How to Travel from
Atherton to Cairns
by Bus or Car
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Atherton, Australia → Cairns, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Cairns
Composite routes from Atherton to Cairns
Cheapest
1 h 13 min
Car
77 km.
from $4
Route Navigator Atherton - Cairns
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Continue onto Mabel Street
Mabel Street, 95 м
95 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Mabel Street
Mabel Street, 239 м
239 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Mabel Street
Mabel Street, 237 м
237 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Cook Street
Cook Street, 1 km 575 м
1 km 575 м
Turn left onto Maunds Road
Maunds Road, 40 km 346 м
40 km 346 м
Turn right
3 km 775 м
3 km 775 м
Turn slight left onto Roos Road
Roos Road, 439 м
439 м
Turn right onto Gillies Highway
Gillies Highway, 9 km 677 м
9 km 677 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Riverstone Road
Riverstone Road, 1 km 951 м
1 km 951 м
Keep left onto Gillies Highway
Gillies Highway, 17 km 208 м
17 km 208 м
Keep left onto Ray Jones Drive off ramp and drive toward City, Portsmith
Ray Jones Drive off ramp, City, Portsmith, 2 km 108 м
2 km 108 м
Keep left
1 km 609 м
1 km 609 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Lyons Street
Lyons Street, 324 м
324 м
Turn right onto Spence Street
Spence Street, 297 м
297 м
Turn left onto Brown Street
Brown Street, 245 м
245 м
At roundabout, take exit 4 onto Brown Street
Brown Street, 339 м
339 м
Turn sharp right onto Mulgrave Road
Mulgrave Road, 2 km 727 м
2 km 727 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
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
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Atherton to Cairns?
The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Cairns is to drive which costs $9.78 - $15.22 and takes 1h 11m.
What is the fastest way to get from Atherton to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Atherton to Cairns is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Cairns?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Atherton and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.
How far is it from Atherton to Cairns?
The distance between Atherton and Cairns is 101 km. The road distance is 79.9 km.
How do I travel from Atherton to Cairns without a car?
The best way to get from Atherton to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $16.30 - $26.09 .
How long does it take to get from Atherton to Cairns?
The bus from Atherton to Cairns Central Station takes 2h including transfers and departs three times a day.
Where do I catch the Atherton to Cairns bus from?
Atherton to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Atherton station.
Where does the Atherton to Cairns bus arrive?
Atherton to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.
Can I drive from Atherton to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Cairns is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Atherton 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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