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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Blackall to Cairns

Composite routes from Blackall to Cairns

Cheapest
14 h 19 min
Car
1080 km.
from $59
Other
27 h 58 min
834 km.
from $264.55
32 h 14 min
Bus, Train
833 km.
from $308.55
10 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
833 km.
from $282.17

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Blackall Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Longreach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Blackall to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$26.09
Bus from Barcaldine to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57
Bus from Blackall to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$45.65

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$103.26

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Barcaldine to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 48m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$1,359.97
Train from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.70–$2,396.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Blackall to Cairns is to drive which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 14h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackall to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 10h 17m and costs $141.30 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackall and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackall to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Blackall and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Barcaldine and Rockhampton George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 58m.

How far is it from Blackall to Cairns?

The distance between Blackall and Cairns is 1851 km. The road distance is 1081.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackall to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 27h 58m and costs $130.43 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 27h 58m to get from Blackall to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackall to Cairns bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Blackall to Cairns?

The best way to get from Blackall to Cairns is to bus which takes 27h 58m and costs $130.43 - $250 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130.43 - $434.78 and takes 30h.

Where does the Blackall to Cairns bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Blackall and Cairns?

It is currently 16:56 at both, Blackall and Cairns.

Can I drive from Blackall to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackall to Cairns is 1081 km. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Blackall 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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