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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Cairns Airport

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.11

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17

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:
$119.57–$163.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$391.30
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$489.13
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78
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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) is to bus via Cairns Central Shopping Centre which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 31h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

The distance between Brisbane and Cairns Airport (CNS) is 1407 km. The road distance is 1844.3 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) without a car is to train which takes 27h 5m and costs $53.26 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS), including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $53.26 - $3913.04 and takes 27h 5m, you could also bus via Cairns Central Shopping Centre, which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 31h 15m.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS) is 1844 km. It takes approximately 21h 40m to drive from Brisbane to Cairns Airport (CNS).

Where can I stay near Cairns Airport (CNS)?

There are 829+ hotels available in Cairns Airport (CNS). Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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