How to Travel from
Cairns to Grafton
by Route or Car
Nine ways to Travel from Cairns to Grafton
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Cheapest
By car (2 069 km)
24 h 6 min
2069 km.
from $113
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport)
8 h 50 min
1595 km.
from $404.62
Train
30 h 5 min
1596 km.
from $1986.04
Bus, Train (Bus)
34 h 45 min
1595 km.
from $254.89
Bus, Plane (Fly to Brisbane Airport)
9 h 5 min
1595 km.
from $172.25
Bus, Train (Fly to Armidale)
12 h 53 min
1595 km.
from $276.37
Bus, Plane (Fly to Gold Coast Airport)
10 h 57 min
1595 km.
from $236.41
Bus, Plane (Fly to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport)
12 h 52 min
1595 km.
from $323.05
Bus
36 h 53 min
1596 km.
from $211.34
Transport providers
Bus operators
Translink
Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.33–$10.87
Train from Urunga Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.80–$6.52
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Woodburn
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$3.48
Bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$8.70
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$413.04
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Dorrigo Transit
Bus from Armidale Airport to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$47.83–$65.22
Ballina Buslines
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Woodburn
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.70–$4.67
Bus from Woodburn St At Elm St to Prince
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$4.67
Bus from Molesworth St After Magellan St to Prince
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$4.67
Northern Rivers Buslines
Bus from Woodburn St At Elm St to Prince
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.24
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$391.30
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$521.74
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$923.91
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$489.13
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$760.87
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$315.22–$1,032.61
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$532.61
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$923.91
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$413.04
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83
Regional Express
Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$521.74
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$456.52–$923.91
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$369.57
Train operators
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:
$52.17–$3,844.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Grafton?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Grafton is to bus which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 36h 53m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Grafton?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Grafton is to fly and bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $315.22 - $760.87 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Grafton?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Grafton. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Prince St At Fitzroy St via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Molesworth St After Magellan St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 53m.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Grafton?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Grafton station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Grafton Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 5m.
How far is it from Cairns to Grafton?
The distance between Cairns and Grafton is 1764 km. The road distance is 2071.4 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Grafton without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Grafton without a car is to train which takes 30h 5m and costs $54.35 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Grafton?
It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Cairns to Grafton, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Grafton bus from?
Cairns to Grafton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Grafton train from?
Cairns to Grafton train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train or bus from Cairns to Grafton?
The best way to get from Cairns to Grafton is to train which takes 30h 5m and costs $54.35 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 36h 53m.
Where does the Cairns to Grafton bus arrive?
Cairns to Grafton bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Grafton?
Grafton is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 18:01 in Cairns and 19:01 in Grafton.
Where does the Cairns to Grafton train arrive?
Cairns to Grafton train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Grafton?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Grafton is 2071 km. It takes approximately 24h 22m to drive from Cairns to Grafton.
Where can I stay near Grafton?
There are 37+ hotels available in Grafton. Prices start at $40.49 per night.
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