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How to Travel from

Cairns City to Sydney Airport

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$76.32

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$457.92

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 economical method for travelling from Cairns City to Sydney Airport?

The most economical method for travelling from Cairns City to Sydney Airport is to fly which costs $102.15 - $383.08 and takes 4h 20m.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) by air?

The journey by air from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, and costs between $102.15 and $383.08.

Can you get a bus from Cairns City to Sydney Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns City station to Sydney Airport (SYD). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Sydney Airport, International Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 39m.

Is it possible to travel directly from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

No, there is no direct train service from Cairns City station to Sydney Airport (SYD) station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at International Airport Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 45m.

Is there a direct flight between Cairns City and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Yes, there are direct flights between Cairns City and Sydney Airport (SYD); these flights take 2 hours and 55 minutes and cost between $102.15 and $383.08.

How long is the journey from London to Paris by train?

The journey from London to Paris by train is 340 miles long.

How can I travel from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car is to train which takes 40 hours 45 minutes and costs $83.00 - $4,596.94.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

It takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes to travel from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD), including transfers.

Where do you catch the Cairns Central Station to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus?

Cairns Central Station to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where can I catch the Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) train from?

How can I get from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 4 hours and 20 minutes and costs $102.15 - $383.08. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $83.00 - $4,596.94 and takes 40 hours and 45 minutes, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $242.62 - $485.23 and takes 47 hours and 39 minutes.

Where does the Premier Motor Service Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus arrive?

Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Cairns City and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Sydney Airport (SYD) is 1 hour ahead of Cairns City. It is currently 03:47 in Cairns City and 04:47 in Sydney Airport (SYD).

Where does the New York City Subway arrive?

The New York City Subway arrives at multiple subway stations, including Times Square and Grand Central.

Can I travel by car from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The driving distance between Cairns City and Sydney Airport (SYD) is 2424 km. It takes approximately 28 hours and 33 minutes to drive from Cairns City to Sydney Airport (SYD).
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