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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brisbane Airport to Atherton

Composite routes from Brisbane Airport to Atherton

Cheapest
20 h 54 min
Car
1717 km.
from $94
Other
6 h 24 min
Bus, Plane
1371 km.
from $180.05
33 h 48 min
1372 km.
from $232.13
6 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
1371 km.
from $264.11
9 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
1371 km.
from $359.43
34 h 23 min
1372 km.
from $255.24

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$380.43
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$456.52
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$423.91
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$532.61

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Atherton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00
Bus from Cooktown to Mareeba
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.70–$48.91

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:
$108.70–$163.04

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Gordonvale
Ave. Duration:
24h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$51.09–$3,640.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton is to bus which costs $119.57 - $217.39 and takes 33h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton is to fly and drive which takes 6h 12m and costs $152.17 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Brisbane International Airport and arriving at Atherton via Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 48m.

How far is it from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

The distance between Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Atherton is 1502 km. The road distance is 1857.9 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 27h 8m and costs $141.30 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton bus from?

Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

Train or bus from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

The best way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton is to train which takes 27h 8m and costs $141.30 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $217.39 and takes 33h 48m.

Where does the Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton bus arrive?

Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Atherton?

It is currently 15:48 at both, Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Atherton.

Can I drive from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton is 1858 km. It takes approximately 21h 47m to drive from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Atherton.

Where can I stay near Atherton?

There are 54+ hotels available in Atherton. Prices start at $77.72 per night.
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