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Cairns Central to Brisbane

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20 h 56 min
1709 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Cairns Central to Brisbane

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By car (1 709 km)
20 h 56 min
1709 km.
from $93
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Rideshare
20 h 56 min
1709 km.
from $22.29
Bus, Plane
6 h 29 min
1388 km.
from $228.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,208.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel from Cairns Central to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns Central to Brisbane is to bus which costs $140.46 - $191.54 and takes 29h 6m.

What is the most efficient way to travel from Cairns Central to Brisbane?

The fastest way to get from Cairns Central to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4 hours and 31 minutes and costs $89.39 - $408.62.

Does a direct bus run between Cairns Central and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Brisbane Roma Street. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29h 5m.

Is there a direct train that travels from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Roma Street Station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 25 hours and 20 minutes.

How much does a one-way ticket to Paris cost?

$600.00

What is the best way to travel from Cairns Central to Brisbane without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Central to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 25 hours 21 minutes and costs $61.29 - $4,596.94.

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

It takes approximately 4 hours and 31 minutes to get from Cairns Central to Brisbane, including transfers.

Cairns Central to Brisbane bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Cairns Central to Brisbane bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

What is the price of the ticket?

The price of the ticket is $120.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Port Douglas by train?

The train journey from Cairns to Port Douglas takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. It costs $10.99 - $57.99.

Cairns Central to Brisbane bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Premier Motor Service Cairns Central to Brisbane bus arrive?

Where does the Cairns Central to Brisbane train arrive?

Cairns Central to Brisbane train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can you drive from Cairns to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns and Brisbane is 1837 km. It takes approximately 21 hours and 34 minutes to drive from Cairns to Brisbane.

Where can I find accommodation near Brisbane?

There are 1507+ hotels available in Brisbane. Prices start at $67.91 per night.
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