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6 h 34 min
545 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bowen to Cairns

Composite routes from Bowen to Cairns

Cheapest
6 h 34 min
Car
545 km.
from $29
Other
4 h 38 min
Train, Plane
430 km.
from $300.28
9 h 55 min
Train, Plane
430 km.
from $294.85

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
FlexFlight ApS
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Skytrans
Website
FlexFlight ApS
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$391.30
Qantas
Website
3h 55m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$206.52–$543.48
Virgin Australia
Website
5h 43m
Every day
$184.78–$706.52
Skytrans
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$391.30
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
8h 15m
Once daily
$54.35–$119.57
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
8h 20m
Once daily
$41.30–$59.78
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
41 min
4 times a week
$1.96–$141.42
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bowen to Cairns is to bus which costs $41.30 - $119.57 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $184.78 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bowen and arriving at Cairns. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Bowen to Cairns?

The distance between Bowen and Cairns is 585 km. The road distance is 549.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $41.30 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Bowen to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Cairns bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bowen to Cairns?

The best way to get from Bowen to Cairns is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $41.30 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28.26 - $1413.04 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Bowen to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowen to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Cairns is 550 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Bowen 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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