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Brisbane International to Cairns

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Loganlea station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.05–$4.45

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$445.20
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$534.23
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$496.08
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$890.39

Train operators

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:
$59.78–$4,317.23

Questions and Answers

What is the most cost-effective route from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns is to take a bus via Boggo Road station, platform 5 which costs $127.69 - $204.31 and takes 31h 7m.

What is the best way to travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns is to fly which takes 5 hours and 35 minutes and costs $89.39 - $408.62.

Does a bus service run directly from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus service from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tennyson Memorial Ave near Walker St, stop 37 and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Boggo Road station, platform 5 and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 7m.

Is there a direct train available between Brisbane International and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane International station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Yeerongpilly station, platform 3 and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 47m.

Is there a direct flight between Brisbane International Airport and Cairns Airport?

Yes, there are direct flights between Brisbane International Airport and Cairns Airport. These flights take 2 hours and 15 minutes and cost between $83.00 and $383.08.

How far is it between Brisbane International Airport and Cairns by road?

The distance between Brisbane International Airport and Cairns is 1830.5 km.

How can I travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns by train?

The best way to get from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns by train is to take a train which takes 26 hours 47 minutes and costs $60.02 - $4,341.56.

How long does it take to travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes to travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I find the Brisbane International to Cairns bus from?

Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where can I catch the Brisbane International to Cairns train from?

Queensland Rail Travel operates Brisbane International to Cairns train services, departing from Roma Street station.

What is the fastest way to travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

The fastest way to travel from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns is to fly which takes 5 hours and 35 minutes and costs $89.39 - $408.62. Alternatively, you can travel by train, which costs $60.02 - $4,341.56 and takes 26 hours and 47 minutes, you could also travel by bus via Boggo Road station, platform 5, which costs $127.69 - $204.31 and takes 31 hours and 7 minutes.

Where does the Brisbane International to Cairns bus arrive?

The Brisbane International to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Brisbane International to Cairns train stop?

Brisbane International to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, stop at Cairns Central Station.

How long does it take to drive from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns?

The driving distance between Brisbane International Airport and Cairns is 1830 km. It takes approximately 21 hours and 26 minutes to drive from Brisbane International Airport to Cairns.

Where can I find accommodation options close to Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $81.47 per night.
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