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34 h 26 min
2980 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Maitland

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Cheapest
By car (2 980 km)
34 h 26 min
2980 km.
from $163
Fastest
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Other
Train
37 h 50 min
1850 km.
from $1997.02
Bus
45 h 10 min
1850 km.
from $299.11
Bus, Plane
8 h 11 min
1850 km.
from $199.14
Bus via Newcastle (Greyhound)
46 h 25 min
1850 km.
from $362.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00
Train from Central Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.46–$8.15

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
Bus from Brisbane to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Twice 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 Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Hexham
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$706.52
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65

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 Maitland?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Maitland is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Maitland is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Maitland?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Maitland Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 50m.

How far is it from Cairns to Maitland?

The distance between Cairns and Maitland is 1933 km. The road distance is 2260.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Maitland without a car is to train which takes 37h 50m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Cairns to Maitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Maitland train from?

Cairns to Maitland train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Maitland?

The best way to get from Cairns to Maitland is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3913.04 and takes 37h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 45h 10m.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Maitland?

Maitland is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Maitland.

Where does the Cairns to Maitland train arrive?

Cairns to Maitland train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Maitland is 2260 km. It takes approximately 26h 47m to drive from Cairns to Maitland.

Where can I stay near Maitland?

There are 398+ hotels available in Maitland. Prices start at $57.32 per night.
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