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Caloundra to Cairns

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20 h 3 min
1639 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Caloundra to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (1 639 km)
20 h 3 min
1639 km.
from $90
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Rideshare
20 h 3 min
1639 km.
from $21.38
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
7 h 21 min
1333 km.
from $167.12
Bus, Plane
6 h 32 min
1333 km.
from $221.34
Train, Plane (Train)
9 h 47 min
1333 km.
from $232.99
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
9 h 59 min
1333 km.
from $273.64

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.72
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.32–$6.11
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.00
Bus from Caloundra station to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.29

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mooloolaba to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$445.20

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mooloolaba to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$890.39
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
23h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$58.51–$4,215.08

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel from Caloundra to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Cairns is to bus which costs $127.69 - $204.31 and takes 29h 41m.

What is the quickest way to travel from London to Paris?

The quickest way to travel from London to Paris is by plane, which takes 2h 15m and costs €100.

Is it possible to travel by bus from Caloundra to Cairns without any transfers?

No, it is not possible to travel by bus from Caloundra to Cairns without any transfers. There are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 41m.

How long is the driving distance between Caloundra and Cairns?

The distance between Caloundra and Cairns is 1500 km. The road distance is 1768.7 km.

How can I travel from Caloundra to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 26 hours and 19 minutes and costs $61.29 - $4,341.56.

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

It takes approximately 7 hours and 21 minutes to travel from Caloundra to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Caloundra to Cairns bus from?

Caloundra to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Mooloolaba station.

How long does it take to travel by train from Caloundra to Cairns?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Cairns is to train which takes 26h 19m and costs $61.29 - $4,341.56. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $127.69 - $204.31 and takes 29h 41m.

Where does the bus from Caloundra to Cairns arrive?

Caloundra to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

What is the time difference between Caloundra and Cairns?

It is currently 22:00 at both, Caloundra and Cairns.

Can you drive from Caloundra to Cairns?

The driving distance between Caloundra to Cairns is 1769 kilometers. It takes approximately 21 hours and 8 minutes to drive from Caloundra to Cairns.

Where can I find hotels near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $84.89 per night.
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