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29 h 31 min
2550 km.
from $140
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Six ways to Travel from Canberra to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 550 km)
29 h 31 min
2550 km.
from $140
Other
Bus, Train (Bus)
44 h 56 min
2067 km.
from $304.35
Bus
2 d 1 h 2 min
2067 km.
from $442.92
Bus, Plane
8 h 30 min
2067 km.
from $225.66
Plane
9 h 33 min
2067 km.
from $346.85
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 7 h 23 min
2067 km.
from $262.40

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
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$59.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78

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
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$510.87

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$869.57

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$315.22
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$543.48

Train operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Cairns is to bus and fly which costs $108.70 - $391.30 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Cairns is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Canberra to Cairns?

The distance between Canberra and Cairns is 2093 km. The road distance is 2520.3 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 44h 56m and costs $92.39 - $4021.74 .

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Canberra to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Cairns bus from?

Canberra to Cairns bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Cairns?

The best way to get from Canberra to Cairns is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $423.91 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Canberra to Cairns bus arrive?

Canberra to Cairns bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Canberra. It is currently 14:53 in Canberra and 13:53 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Canberra to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Cairns is 2520 km. It takes approximately 29h 7m to drive from Canberra 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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