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How to Travel from

Katoomba to Cairns

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.00
Train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.00
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27

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:
$95.40–$228.96

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

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Katoomba to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.17–$33.07

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$597.83
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$508.80
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.76–$763.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,017.59
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$890.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$635.99
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$572.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$890.39

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.90–$13.99

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 47h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 2m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Cairns?

The distance between Katoomba and Cairns is 2096 km. The road distance is 2363.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 43h 2m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Katoomba to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Cairns bus from?

Katoomba to Cairns bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Cairns?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Cairns is to train which takes 43h 2m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $391.30 and takes 47h 23m.

Where does the Katoomba to Cairns bus arrive?

Katoomba to Cairns bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Katoomba and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Katoomba. It is currently 21:45 in Katoomba and 20:45 in Cairns.

Where does the Katoomba to Cairns train arrive?

Katoomba to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Cairns is 2363 km. It takes approximately 27h 42m to drive from Katoomba 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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