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27 h 46 min
2394 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Hornsby to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 394 km)
27 h 46 min
2394 km.
from $131
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Other
Train
39 h 52 min
1940 km.
from $2033.63
Bus via Central Station (Greyhound)
46 h 40 min
1940 km.
from $363.72
Train, Plane
7 h 50 min
1940 km.
from $257.77
Bus
2 d 15 min
1940 km.
from $312.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Hornsby Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$32.84
Train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.55–$7.58

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:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hornsby to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$568.39
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$505.24

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$618.92
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$884.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$517.87
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$568.39

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:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Cairns is to fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 52m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Cairns?

The distance between Hornsby and Cairns is 2020 km. The road distance is 2392.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hornsby to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 39h 52m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Hornsby to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Cairns train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hornsby to Cairns?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 39h 52m, you could also bus via Central Station, which costs $239.13 - $652.17 and takes 46h 40m.

Where does the Hornsby to Cairns bus arrive?

Hornsby to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Hornsby and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Hornsby. It is currently 09:04 in Hornsby and 08:04 in Cairns.

Where does the Hornsby to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hornsby to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Cairns is 2392 km. It takes approximately 27h 59m to drive from Hornsby 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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