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How to Travel from

Darwin Station to Cairns

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Palmerston to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
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

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$394.32–$1,526.39

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$1,399.19

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Darwin to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$678.53–$1,328.31

Questions and Answers

How can I get from Darwin Station to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin Station to Cairns is to fly which costs $153.23 - $893.85 and takes 3h 58m.

How long does it take to fly from Darwin Station to Cairns?

$153.23 - $893.85

Can you travel directly from Darwin Station to Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Darwin Station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Adelaide, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 20h.

How long is the drive from Darwin Station to Cairns?

The distance between Darwin Station and Cairns is 1698 km. The road distance is 2759 km.

How can I travel from Darwin Station to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Darwin Station to Cairns without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 4 days 20h and costs $830.00 - $6,384.64.

How long does it take to travel from Darwin Station to Cairns by road or train?

It takes approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes to get from Darwin Station to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can you catch the Darwin Station to Cairns train?

Darwin Station to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Darwin station.

What is the best way to travel from Darwin Station to Cairns?

The best way to get from Darwin Station to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs $153.23 - $893.85. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $830.00 - $6,384.64 and takes 4 days 20h.

How many minutes is there a difference in time between Darwin Station and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 minutes ahead of Darwin Station. It is currently 22:13 in Darwin Station and 22:43 in Cairns.

Where does the Journey Beyond - The Ghan train arrive from Darwin Station to Cairns?

Journey Beyond - The Ghan train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Darwin Station to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin Station and Cairns is 2759 km. It takes approximately 28 hours and 19 minutes to drive from Darwin Station to Cairns.

Which airlines fly from Darwin International Airport Airport to Cairns Airport?

Qantas and Airnorth offer flights from Darwin International Airport Airport to Cairns Airport.

Where can I find hotels near Cairns?

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