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City of Brisbane to Cairns

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20 h 53 min
1715 km.
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Five ways to Travel from City Of Brisbane to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (1 715 km)
20 h 53 min
1715 km.
from $94
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Rideshare
20 h 53 min
1715 km.
from $22.37
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
6 h 15 min
1393 km.
from $163.28
Train, Plane (Train to Gold Coast Airport)
7 h 56 min
1393 km.
from $227.95

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Murarrie station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$1.91
Train from Boggo Road/Park Road station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$6.36

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$470.64

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$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 Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27

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

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

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns is to bus via Woolloongabba station, platform 1 which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 31h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between City of Brisbane and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from City of Brisbane to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wynnum Rd at Tingalpa West near Stanton Rd and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Woolloongabba station, platform 1 and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 15m.

Is there a direct train between City of Brisbane and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from City of Brisbane station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Murarrie station, platform 2 and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

The distance between City of Brisbane and Cairns is 1430 km. The road distance is 1853.1 km.

How do I travel from City of Brisbane to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 27h 20m and costs $53.26 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the City of Brisbane to Cairns bus from?

City of Brisbane to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where do I catch the City of Brisbane to Cairns train from?

City of Brisbane to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train or bus from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

The best way to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns is to train which takes 27h 20m and costs $53.26 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Woolloongabba station, platform 1, which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 31h 15m.

Where does the City of Brisbane to Cairns bus arrive?

City of Brisbane to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the City of Brisbane to Cairns train arrive?

City of Brisbane to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between City of Brisbane to Cairns is 1853 km. It takes approximately 21h 40m to drive from City of Brisbane 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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