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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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Plane from City Of Brisbane (Gold Coast Airport)
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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 travel from Brisbane to Cairns by bus?

The cheapest way to travel from Brisbane to Cairns by bus is to take a bus via Woolloongabba station, platform 1 which costs $140.46 - $204.31 and takes 31h 15m.

What is the quickest method to travel from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

The quickest method to travel from City of Brisbane to Cairns is to take a train and fly which takes 6 hours and 15 minutes and costs $89.39 - $421.39.

** Can you take a bus directly from City of Brisbane to 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 that connects City of Brisbane to 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 27 hours and 20 minutes.

How far is the journey from City of Brisbane to Cairns by road?

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

How can I travel by train from Brisbane to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Cairns without a car is to take a train which takes 27 hours and 20 minutes and costs between $62.57 and $4,596.94.

How long is the journey from City of Brisbane to Cairns, including transfers?

It takes approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes to get from City of Brisbane to Cairns, including transfers.

Where does the bus from Brisbane to Cairns depart from?

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

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A ticket from London to Paris costs 100 GBP.

What is the best way to travel from City of Brisbane to Cairns?

There are two options for traveling from City of Brisbane to Cairns. The first option is to take a train, which takes 27 hours and 20 minutes and costs $62.57 - $4,596.94. The second option is to take a bus via Woolloongabba station, platform 1, which costs $140.46 - $204.31 and takes 31 hours and 15 minutes.

Where does the City of Brisbane to Cairns bus arrive at?

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.

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

1853 km. It takes approximately 21h 40m to drive from City of Brisbane to Cairns.

Where can I find accommodation near Cairns?

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