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How to Travel from

Cairns City to Airlie Beach

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$445.20

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$318.00
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$623.27

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$635.99

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$953.99

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$445.20

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Bus from Mill Street at Proserpine to Shute
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.29

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$152.64
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$38.16

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.15–$69.96
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$27.98

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.62–$1,538.74

Questions and Answers

What is the most economical route for travelling from Cairns City to Airlie Beach?

The most economical route for travelling from Cairns City to Airlie Beach is to take the bus, which costs $52.35 to $153.23 and takes 10 hours and 10 minutes.

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Is there a direct bus route that operates between Cairns City and Airlie Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus route that operates between Cairns Central Station station and Airlie Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 hours and 10 minutes.

How far is the road travel distance between Cairns City and Airlie Beach?

The distance between Cairns City and Airlie Beach is 622.4 km.

How can I get from Cairns City to Airlie Beach without a car using public transport?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus which takes 10 hours and 10 minutes and costs $52.35 - $153.23.

How long does it take to travel by road from Cairns City to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes to travel by road from Cairns City to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Cairns City to Airlie Beach bus?

Premier Motor Service operates bus services from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns City to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Airlie Beach is to bus which takes 10h 10m and costs $52.35 - $153.23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22.98 - $1,660.01 and takes 11h 1m.

Cairns City to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Cairns City to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can you drive from Cairns City to Airlie Beach?

The driving distance between Cairns City and Airlie Beach is 622 kilometers. The journey takes approximately 8 hours and 1 minute.

Where can I find accommodation options near Airlie Beach?

There are 350+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $77.25 per night.
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