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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ayr to Cairns

Composite routes from Ayr to Cairns

Cheapest
5 h 21 min
Car
433 km.
from $23
Other
3 h 30 min
Taxi, Plane
340 km.
from $473.91

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ayr to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.65–$97.83

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ayr to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$47.83

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Ayr to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$975.14

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Cairns is to bus which costs $34.78 - $97.83 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Cairns is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $228.26 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ayr and arriving at Cairns. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ayr and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Ayr to Cairns?

The distance between Ayr and Cairns is 384 km. The road distance is 434.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $34.78 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Ayr to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Cairns train from?

Ayr to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Cairns?

The best way to get from Ayr to Cairns is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $34.78 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $978.26 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Ayr to Cairns bus arrive?

Ayr to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Where does the Ayr to Cairns train arrive?

Ayr to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Cairns is 434 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Ayr 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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