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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

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Questions and Answers

What is the most economical way to travel from Cairns City to Melbourne?

The most economical way to travel from Cairns City to Melbourne is to fly which costs $114.92 - $319.23 and takes 5h 19m.

How can you travel from Cairns City to Melbourne in the shortest amount of time?

The fastest way to get from Cairns City to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5 hours and 19 minutes and costs $114.92 - $319.23.

Does a direct bus run between Cairns City and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns City station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Does a direct train run from Cairns City to Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns City station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4 hours.

How far is it from Cairns City to Melbourne?

The distance between Cairns City and Melbourne is 2343 km. The road distance is 2815.2 km.

How can I travel from Cairns City to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 4 hours and costs $121.31 - $4,724.64.

What is the travel time from Cairns City to Melbourne, including transfers?

It takes approximately 5 hours and 19 minutes to get from Cairns City to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Cairns City to Melbourne bus from?

Cairns Central Station.

What is the price of a one-way ticket from London to Paris?

A one-way ticket from London to Paris costs £150.

What are the travel options from Cairns City to Melbourne, including their durations and costs?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $114.92 - $319.23. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $121.31 - $4,724.64 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also bus, which costs $280.92 - $702.31 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the bus from Cairns City to Melbourne arrive?

Premier Motor Service operates bus services from Cairns City to Melbourne that arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between the two cities?

Melbourne is 1 hour ahead of Cairns City. It is currently 10:12 in Cairns City and 11:12 in Melbourne.

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

Where does the Cairns City to Melbourne train arrive?

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The driving distance between San Francisco and New York is 2,400 miles. It takes approximately 36 hours to drive from San Francisco to New York.

Where can I find accommodation near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $91.44 per night.
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