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Cairns City to Brisbane

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20 h 56 min
1709 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Cairns City 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 14 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 Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$470.64

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 cheapest way to travel from Cairns City to Brisbane?

The cheapest way to travel from Cairns City to Brisbane is to fly which costs $89.39 - $408.62 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the quickest route from Cairns City to Brisbane?

The quickest route from Cairns City to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4 hours and 16 minutes and costs $89.39 - $408.62.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns City and Brisbane?

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

Does a direct train service run from Cairns City to Brisbane?

Yes, a direct train service departs from Cairns Central Station station and arrives at Roma Street. The train operates four times a week, on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 25 hours and 20 minutes.

What is the distance between Cairns City and Brisbane?

The distance between Cairns City and Brisbane is 1414 km. The road distance is 1837.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns City to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 25 hours 20 minutes and costs $61.29 - $4,596.94.

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

It takes approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes to get from Cairns City to Brisbane, including transfers.

At what time does the train leave from Melbourne station?

The train departing from Melbourne station leaves at 9:30 am.

Where can I catch the Cairns City to Brisbane train?

Cairns City to Brisbane train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

What is the destination of the Cairns City to Brisbane bus?

Premier Motor Service's Cairns City to Brisbane bus services arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Cairns City to Brisbane train arrive?

Queensland Rail Travel operates trains between Cairns City and Brisbane, and these trains arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from London to Paris?

It takes approximately 2 hours to drive from London to Paris.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

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