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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brisbane International to Cairns

Composite routes from Brisbane International to Cairns

Cheapest
20 h 58 min
Car
1716 km.
from $94
Other
7 h
Train, Plane
1392 km.
from $215.99

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:
$2.61–$3.80

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

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

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 Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83

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 Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83

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 Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87

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:
$51.09–$3,689.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns is to bus via Boggo Road station, platform 5 which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 31h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane International and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane International 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 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 and Cairns?

Yes, there are direct flights between Brisbane International and Cairns; these take 2h 15m and cost $70.65 - $326.09 .

How far is it from Brisbane International to Cairns?

The distance between Brisbane International and Cairns is 1423 km. The road distance is 1830.5 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane International to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 26h 47m and costs $51.09 - $3695.65 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane International to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Brisbane International to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane International to Cairns bus from?

Brisbane International to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

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

Brisbane International to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane International to Cairns?

The best way to get from Brisbane International to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $51.09 - $3695.65 and takes 26h 47m, you could also bus via Boggo Road station, platform 5, which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 31h 7m.

Where does the Brisbane International to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane International to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane International to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane International to Cairns is 1830 km. It takes approximately 21h 26m to drive from Brisbane International 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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