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27 h 35 min
2398 km.
from $131
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Cairns City, Australia → Sydney, Australia

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27 h 35 min
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2398 km.
from $131
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40 h 30 min
1960 km.
from $2000.83
47 h 7 min
1960 km.
from $270.74
47 h 50 min
1960 km.
from $312.26

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Transport for NSW
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Greyhound Australia
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Premier Motor Service
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Transport for NSW
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14h 10m
Twice daily
$10.87–$29.35
131 500
131 500
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Greyhound Australia
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17h
3 times a day
$86.96–$206.52
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
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29h 5m
Once daily
$119.57–$163.04
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
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2h 58m
Every day
$86.96–$489.13
Qantas
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2h 57m
Every day
$86.96–$532.61
Virgin Australia
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3h
Every day
$108.70–$445.65
Train operators
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Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
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25h 20m
4 times a week
$52.17–$3,844.23
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns City to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns City to Sydney is to fly which costs $97.83 - $336.96 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns City to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Cairns City to Sydney is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns City and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns City station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns City and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns City station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 30m.

How far is it from Cairns City to Sydney?

The distance between Cairns City and Sydney is 1987 km. The road distance is 2414.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairns City to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 40h 30m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cairns City to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns City to Sydney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns City to Sydney train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns City to Sydney?

The best way to get from Cairns City to Sydney is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3913.04 and takes 40h 30m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $206.52 - $369.57 and takes 47h 7m.

Where does the Cairns City to Sydney bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns City and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Cairns City. It is currently 14:29 in Cairns City and 15:29 in Sydney.

Where does the Cairns City to Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns City to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns City to Sydney is 2415 km. It takes approximately 28h 21m to drive from Cairns City to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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