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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Composite routes from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Cheapest
9 h 14 min
Car
736 km.
from $40

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$543.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Sarina
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
11h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.83–$1,652.01

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena is to bus which costs $59.78 - $81.52 and takes 12h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Arena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at Paradise Street at Harney Street via Broad St at Johnston Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 33m.

Is there a direct flight between Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Arena?

There are no direct flights between Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Arena. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h 10m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The distance between Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Arena is 605 km. The road distance is 736.2 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena without a car is to train which takes 11h 14m and costs $30.43 - $1739.13 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena bus from?

Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Cairns station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

The best way to get from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30.43 - $1739.13 and takes 11h 14m, you could also bus, which costs $59.78 - $81.52 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena bus arrive?

Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Sarina station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena is 736 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Arena.

Where can I stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

There are 76+ hotels available in Great Barrier Reef Arena. Prices start at $64.48 per night.
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