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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Blackwater to Cairns

Composite routes from Blackwater to Cairns

Cheapest
12 h 5 min
Car
1034 km.
from $56
Other
7 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
807 km.
from $322.40
20 h 1 min
Bus, Train
807 km.
from $203.48
20 h 25 min
808 km.
from $163.02
9 h 42 min
Plane
807 km.
from $412.74
20 h 30 min
808 km.
from $171.07

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Emerald Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$760.87
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Emerald Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$500.00

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Blackwater to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$20.65
Bus from Blackwater to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$39.13
Bus from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$228.26

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–$97.83

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$2,299.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Blackwater to Cairns is to bus which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 20h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackwater to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 7h 51m and costs $173.91 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackwater and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackwater to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Blackwater and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Rockhampton George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 25m.

How far is it from Blackwater to Cairns?

The distance between Blackwater and Cairns is 873 km. The road distance is 1034.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackwater to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 20h 1m and costs $54.35 - $2500 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Blackwater to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackwater to Cairns bus from?

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

Where does the Blackwater to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackwater to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackwater to Cairns is 1035 km. It takes approximately 12h 21m to drive from Blackwater to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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