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31 h 42 min
2702 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Cairns

Composite routes from Castlemaine to Cairns

Cheapest
31 h 42 min
Car
2702 km.
from $148
Other
8 h 12 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $179.10
2 d 11 h 19 min
2244 km.
from $518.43
11 h 48 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $356.80
10 h 49 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $253.01
2 d 7 h 19 min
2244 km.
from $2159.30

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Transport for NSW
Website
Firefly Express
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
V-Line Buses
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
14h 6m
Twice daily
$10.87–$29.35
131 500
131 500
Call
Firefly Express
Website
11h 10m
Once daily
$36.96–$51.09
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h
Once daily
$76.09–$184.78
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
V-Line Buses
Website
1h 36m
Twice a week
$1.30–$11.96
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
29h 30m
Once daily
$119.57–$163.04
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
3h 17m
Every day
$92.39–$315.22
Qantas
Website
3h 18m
Every day
$92.39–$543.48
Virgin Australia
Website
3h 30m
Every day
$108.70–$369.57
Train operators
Found: 3
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
V/Line
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
11h 2m
Twice daily
$41.30–$152.17
131 500
131 500
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V/Line
Website
1h 3m
Hourly
$4.46–$5.98
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
25h 20m
4 times a week
$52.17–$3,844.23
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 12m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Cairns?

The distance between Castlemaine and Cairns is 2427 km. The road distance is 2749.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Castlemaine to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Cairns bus from?

Castlemaine to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Cairns train from?

Castlemaine to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Castlemaine station.

Train, bus or fly from Castlemaine to Cairns?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $239.13 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $206.52 - $760.87 and takes 10h 23m, you could also train, which costs $108.70 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Castlemaine to Cairns bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Castlemaine and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Castlemaine. It is currently 22:40 in Castlemaine and 21:40 in Cairns.

Where does the Castlemaine to Cairns train arrive?

Castlemaine to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Cairns is 2749 km. It takes approximately 32h 44m to drive from Castlemaine to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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