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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Cairns to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
19 h 36 min
Car
1553 km.
from $85
Other
8 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
1251 km.
from $348.66
24 h 2 min
Train, Bus
1252 km.
from $1704.98
9 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
1251 km.
from $241.41
10 h 46 min
Bus, Plane
1251 km.
from $189.10

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26
Bus from Maryborough to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$141.30–$347.83
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Maryborough to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
24h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$103.26–$141.30
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$271.74–$923.91
Plane from Cairns to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$391.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$597.83
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$489.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
20h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$45.65–$3,247.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach is to fly and train and bus which costs $97.83 - $380.43 and takes 10h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach is to fly and bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $293.48 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Rainbow Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Rainbow Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 15m.

How far is it from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Cairns and Rainbow Beach is 1339 km. The road distance is 1543.8 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach without a car is to train and bus which takes 24h 2m and costs $65.22 - $3369.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Cairns to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Rainbow Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Cairns to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Rainbow Beach is 1544 km. It takes approximately 20h 53m to drive from Cairns to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 190+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $62.29 per night.
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