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26 h 8 min
2276 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Lake Macquarie

Composite routes from Cairns to Lake Macquarie

Cheapest
26 h 8 min
Car
2276 km.
from $125
Other
7 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
1886 km.
from $244.05
40 h 2 min
1886 km.
from $2001.17
47 h 28 min
1886 km.
from $304.98
8 h 4 min
Bus, Plane
1886 km.
from $200.12
2 d 28 min
1886 km.
from $363.09

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Transport for NSW
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
40 min
Hourly
$3.04–$4.35
131 500
131 500
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
30h
Once daily
$163.04–$413.04
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
29h 5m
Once daily
$119.57–$163.04
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
2h 45m
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
$108.70–$402.17
Qantas
Website
5h 16m
Every day
$228.26–$706.52
Virgin Australia
Website
5h
Every day
$141.30–$456.52
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
25h 20m
4 times a week
$52.17–$3,844.23
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to fly and train which takes 7h 11m and costs $119.57 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Lake Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at 225 Fishing Point Rd via Brisbane Roma Street, Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand A and Old Toronto Station, Victory Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 28m.

How far is it from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The distance between Cairns and Lake Macquarie is 1951 km. The road distance is 2304 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Lake Macquarie without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie without a car is to train which takes 40h 2m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lake Macquarie bus from?

Cairns to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to train which takes 40h 2m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 47h 28m.

Where does the Cairns to Lake Macquarie bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lake Macquarie?

Lake Macquarie is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Lake Macquarie.

Can I drive from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Lake Macquarie is 2304 km. It takes approximately 27h 14m to drive from Cairns to Lake Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Lake Macquarie?

There are 528+ hotels available in Lake Macquarie. Prices start at $89.14 per night.
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