How to Travel from
Bairnsdale to Cairns
by Route or Car
Nine ways to Travel from Bairnsdale to Cairns
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Cheapest
By car (3 018 km)
34 h 47 min
3018 km.
from $165
Other
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
9 h 50 min
2330 km.
from $201.33
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 5 h 4 min
2330 km.
from $267.40
Bus
2 d 8 h 30 min
2328 km.
from $434.48
Bus, Plane
14 h 23 min
2330 km.
from $260.72
Train, Plane (Train)
14 h 17 min
2330 km.
from $353.50
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
12 h 28 min
2330 km.
from $295.89
Train
2 d 9 h 36 min
2328 km.
from $2046.87
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 15 h 3 min
2330 km.
from $253.43
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.23–$13.99
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.08–$33.07
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.85
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.34–$69.96
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
SkyBus
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.61
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.45–$25.44
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.45–$26.71
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.43–$54.70
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.07–$45.79
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$368.88
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$597.83
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$470.64–$699.59
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.84–$407.04
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$330.72
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$763.19
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:
$45.79–$178.08
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bairnsdale to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.85–$7.63
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:
$59.78–$4,317.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to travel from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
The cheapest way to travel from Bairnsdale to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $108.54 - $332.00 and takes 9h 50m.
What is the best way to travel from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 9 hours 50 minutes and costs $108.54 - $332.00.
Is there a direct bus route between Bairnsdale and Cairns?
No, there is no direct bus from Bairnsdale station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.
Is it possible to take a direct train from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
No, there is no direct train service available from Bairnsdale to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.
How many kilometers is it from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
2617 kilometers
How can I travel from Bairnsdale to Cairns using public transport without a car?
The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Cairns using public transport without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 5 hours and costs $83.00 - $4,469.25.
How long does it take to get from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
It takes approximately 9 hours 50 minutes to get from Bairnsdale to Cairns, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Bairnsdale to Cairns bus from?
Bairnsdale to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St.
Where can I catch the Bairnsdale to Cairns train from?
Bairnsdale to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale station.
How can I travel by train or bus from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $255.39 - $510.77. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $121.31 - $4,596.94 and takes 2 days 9h.
Where does the Bairnsdale to Cairns bus arrive?
Bairnsdale to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.
Bairnsdale and Cairns have a time difference of one hour. What time is it in Cairns compared to Bairnsdale?
Cairns is 1h behind Bairnsdale. It is currently 17:26 in Bairnsdale and 16:26 in Cairns.
Where does the Bairnsdale to Cairns train arrive?
The Bairnsdale to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.
Can I drive from Bairnsdale to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Bairnsdale and Cairns is 2989 kilometers. It takes approximately 34 hours and 25 minutes to drive from Bairnsdale to Cairns.
Where can I find accommodation near Cairns?
There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $81.47 per night.
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