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2508 km.
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Eleven ways to Travel from Bowral to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 508 km)
29 h 10 min
2508 km.
from $137
Fastest
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Other
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
7 h 17 min
2005 km.
from $203.72
Train
43 h 7 min
2004 km.
from $2044.37
Bus
47 h 28 min
2004 km.
from $385.27
Bus, Plane
11 h
2005 km.
from $253.73
Train, Plane (Train)
10 h 12 min
2005 km.
from $270.78
Plane
9 h 50 min
2005 km.
from $345.50
Train, Plane (Train)
11 h 2 min
2005 km.
from $266.76
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
9 h 49 min
2005 km.
from $299.37
Train, Bus
2 d 6 min
2004 km.
from $241.91

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Campbelltown Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.31–$5.85
Train from Macarthur Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.31–$5.98

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Bowral Station to Campbelltown
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.18
Train from Bowral Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.26
Train from Bowral Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$10.81
Train from Bowral Station to Macarthur
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.36–$9.54

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:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Bowral Station to Campbelltown
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.07–$5.98
Train from Bowral Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.63
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Bowral Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.20–$6.36
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Bus from Bowral Station, Coach Stop to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$7.00
Bus from Bowral Station, Coach Stop to Albion
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.45
Bus from Goulburn Station, Coach Stop to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$5.85

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$597.83
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$508.80
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.76–$763.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,017.59
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$890.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Wollongong to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$470.64
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$368.88
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$635.99
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$572.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$890.39

Questions and Answers

How can I travel from Bowral to Cairns in the cheapest way possible?

The cheapest way to travel from Bowral to Cairns is by train and bus, costing $153.23 to $242.62 and taking 2 days 0h.

How can I travel from Bowral to Cairns the fastest?

The fastest way to get from Bowral to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7 hours 17 minutes and costs $114.92 - $421.39.

Can a bus travel directly from Bowral to Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowral station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Bowral Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 hours and 28 minutes.

Is there a direct train available between Bowral and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Bowral station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Bowral Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 7m.

How many kilometers is the journey from Bowral to Cairns?

2097 km

How can I travel from Bowral to Cairns by train without a car?

The best way to get from Bowral to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 43h 7m and costs $76.62 - $4,724.64.

How many hours and minutes does it take to travel from Bowral to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7 hours and 17 minutes to travel from Bowral to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I find the Bowral to Cairns bus?

Transport for NSW operates bus services from Bowral Station, Coach Stop.

Where can I catch the Bowral to Cairns train?

Bowral to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Bowral Station.

What is the best way to travel from Bowral to Cairns?

The best way to get from Bowral to Cairns is to train which takes 43h 7m and costs $76.62 - $4,724.64. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $229.85 - $434.16 and takes 47h 28m.

Where does the Bowral to Cairns bus arrive?

Bowral to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Bowral and Cairns?

Cairns is 1 hour behind Bowral. It is currently 03:45 in Bowral and 02:45 in Cairns.

Where does the train service that runs between Bowral and Cairns arrive?

The train service that runs between Bowral and Cairns, operated by Transport for NSW, arrives at Central Station.

How long will it take to drive from Bowral to Cairns?

The driving distance between Bowral and Cairns is 2507 km. It takes approximately 29h 25m to drive from Bowral to Cairns.

What are your options for accommodations near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $84.89 per night.
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