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Cairns, Australia → Maclean, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Maclean

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Transport providers

Transport for NSW
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Greyhound Australia
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Busways
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Premier Motor Service
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Dorrigo Transit
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Ballina Buslines
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Transport for NSW
Website
3h 45m
Twice daily
$5.33–$10.87
131 500
131 500
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Greyhound Australia
Website
4h
Twice daily
$26.09–$46.74
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Busways
Website
39 min
Hourly
$4.24–$5.00
1300 692 929
1300 692 929
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Premier Motor Service
Website
1h 25m
Once daily
$16.30–$22.83
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Dorrigo Transit
Website
3h
3 times a week
$47.83–$65.22
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
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Ballina Buslines
Website
38 min
Twice daily
$3.70–$4.67
02 6686 3666
02 6686 3666
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Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Regional Express
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Link Airways
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Jetstar
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2h 15m
Every day
$108.70–$532.61
Qantas
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6h 12m
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$141.30–$923.91
Virgin Australia
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5h 17m
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$130.43–$923.91
Regional Express
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8h 15m
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$173.91–$521.74
Link Airways
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4h 45m
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$456.52–$923.91
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
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Maclean?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Maclean is to bus via Lismore which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 35h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Maclean?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Maclean is to fly and bus which takes 9h 7m and costs $141.30 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Maclean?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Maclean. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at MacLean via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Lismore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 58m.

How far is it from Cairns to Maclean?

The distance between Cairns and Maclean is 1808 km. The road distance is 2083 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Maclean without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Maclean without a car is to train and bus which takes 33h 30m and costs $81.52 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Maclean?

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Cairns to Maclean, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Maclean bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Maclean bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Maclean?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Maclean?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Maclean is 2083 km. It takes approximately 24h 15m to drive from Cairns to Maclean.

Where can I stay near Maclean?

There are 552+ hotels available in Maclean. Prices start at $75.68 per night.
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