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Geelong to Cairns

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Geelong, Australia → Cairns, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Geelong to Cairns

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Transport providers

Transport for NSW
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Firefly Express
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Greyhound Australia
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Gull Airport Service
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Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
14h 6m
Twice daily
$12.00–$32.84
131 500
131 500
Call
Firefly Express
Website
11h 10m
Once daily
$40.42–$56.84
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h
Once daily
$82.10–$202.10
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Gull Airport Service
Website
1h 15m
Hourly
$27.11
+61 3 5222 4966
+61 3 5222 4966
Call Contact via email
Premier Motor Service
Website
29h 30m
Once daily
$126.31–$189.46
13 34 10
13 34 10
Call Contact via email
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
Website
3h 17m
Every day
$94.73–$366.30
Qantas
Website
3h 18m
Every day
$94.73–$593.66
Virgin Australia
Website
3h 30m
Every day
$119.99–$404.19
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
V/Line
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Queensland Rail Travel
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NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
11h 2m
Twice daily
$45.47–$176.83
131 500
131 500
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V/Line
Website
1h 5m
Every 30 minutes
$4.93–$6.95
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
25h 20m
4 times a week
$59.37–$4,287.06
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which costs $103.26 - $293.48 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $103.26 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Geelong and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Geelong to Cairns?

The distance between Geelong and Cairns is 2402 km. The road distance is 2876.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $103.26 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Geelong to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cairns train from?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong station.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Geelong. It is currently 19:10 in Geelong and 18:10 in Cairns.

Where does the Geelong to Cairns train arrive?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Cairns is 2876 km. It takes approximately 34h 5m to drive from Geelong to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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