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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cooroy to Cairns

Composite routes from Cooroy to Cairns

Cheapest
19 h 30 min
Car
1588 km.
from $87
Other
7 h 14 min
Train, Plane
1286 km.
from $168.43
7 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
1286 km.
from $223.80
9 h 31 min
Train, Plane
1286 km.
from $233.66
10 h 16 min
Train, Plane
1286 km.
from $371.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$9.54
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$9.54
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.00
Bus from Tewantin Rd near Olivine St to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.29

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cooroy to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
27h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$432.48

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cooroy to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
26h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$178.08

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

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 Hervey Bay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$356.16–$699.59

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 Cooroy to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
23h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$58.51–$4,141.86
Train from Cooroy to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.83–$342.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to travel from Cooroy to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Cooroy to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $95.77 - $421.39 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the most efficient method to travel from Cooroy to Cairns?

The most efficient method to travel from Cooroy to Cairns is to take a bus and fly, which takes 7 hours and 3 minutes and costs between $127.69 and $472.46.

Is there a direct bus service between Cooroy and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus service departing from Cooroy and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 hours and 50 minutes.

Does Cooroy have a direct train to Cairns?

Yes, a direct train departs from Cooroy and arrives at Cairns Central Station station. It operates four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 23 hours and 10 minutes.

How long is the road distance between Cooroy and Cairns?

The distance between Cooroy and Cairns is 1539 km. The road distance is 1718.2 km.

How can I travel from Cooroy to Cairns without using a car?

The best way to get from Cooroy to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 23 hours and 10 minutes and costs $58.74 - $4,213.87.

What is the travel time from Cooroy to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7 hours and 14 minutes to get from Cooroy to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I find the Cooroy to Cairns bus?

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

Where can I find the Cooroy to Cairns train?

Cooroy to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cooroy station.

What is the best way to travel from Cooroy to Cairns by train?

The best way to get from Cooroy to Cairns is to train which takes 23h 10m and costs $58.74 - $4,213.87. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $127.69 - $434.16 and takes 26h 50m. There are no good options to fly between Cooroy to Cairns.

Where does the Premier Motor Service Cooroy to Cairns bus arrive?

Cairns Central Station.

Cooroy to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Cooroy to Cairns train arrive?

Can I drive from Cooroy to Cairns?

The driving distance between Cooroy and Cairns is 1718 km and it takes approximately 20 hours and 35 minutes to drive from Cooroy to Cairns.

Where can I find accommodation options near Cairns?

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