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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Croydon to Cairns

Composite routes from Croydon to Cairns

Cheapest
28 h 7 min
Car
2414 km.
from $132
Other
41 h 20 min
1958 km.
from $2037.39
45 h 30 min
Train, Bus
1958 km.
from $229.78
8 h 32 min
Train, Plane
1958 km.
from $260.24
46 h 4 min
1958 km.
from $385.85

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.13–$7.07

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

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:
$119.57–$163.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$760.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 45h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Rd At Regatta Rd and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Croydon Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 20m.

Is there a direct flight between Croydon and Cairns?

Yes, there are direct flights between Croydon and Cairns; these take 3h and cost $86.96 - $326.09 .

How far is it from Croydon to Cairns?

The distance between Croydon and Cairns is 1996 km. The road distance is 2413.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 20m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Croydon to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cairns bus from?

Croydon to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cairns train from?

Croydon to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Cairns?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 41h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $195.65 - $369.57 and takes 46h 4m.

Where does the Croydon to Cairns bus arrive?

Croydon to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Croydon and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Croydon. It is currently 20:31 in Croydon and 19:31 in Cairns.

Where does the Croydon to Cairns train arrive?

Croydon to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Cairns is 2413 km. It takes approximately 28h 21m to drive from Croydon 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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