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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Alice Springs Station

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Cheapest
By car (2 336 km)
24 h 15 min
2336 km.
from $128
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Bus
3 d 20 h 2 min
1445 km.
from $805.92
Train via Sydney
3 d 23 h 7 min
1448 km.
from $2168.02
Bus, Train
5 d 52 min
1448 km.
from $2172.32
Train
5 d 3 h 44 min
1449 km.
from $5589.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$763.19–$2,798.37

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
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)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
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)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$354.62–$715.20

Airlines

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Cairns to Alice
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$546.95–$1,653.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station is to drive which costs $282.61 - $423.91 and takes 24h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs $326.09 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Alice Springs Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Alice Springs Station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 20h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Alice Springs Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Alice Springs Station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Roma Street Station, Sydney Central Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 23h.

How far is it from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

The distance between Cairns and Alice Springs Station is 1475 km. The road distance is 2335.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Alice Springs Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station without a car is to bus which takes 3 days 20h and costs $380.43 - $869.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Alice Springs Station bus from?

Cairns to Alice Springs Station bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Alice Springs Station train from?

Cairns to Alice Springs Station train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

The best way to get from Cairns to Alice Springs Station is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs $326.09 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $380.43 - $869.57 and takes 3 days 20h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $978.26 - $7065.22 and takes 3 days 23h.

Where does the Cairns to Alice Springs Station bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Alice Springs Station?

Alice Springs Station is 30 min behind Cairns. It is currently 20:03 in Cairns and 19:33 in Alice Springs Station.

Where does the Cairns to Alice Springs Station train arrive?

Cairns to Alice Springs Station train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Alice Springs Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Alice Springs Station is 2336 km. It takes approximately 24h 14m to drive from Cairns to Alice Springs Station.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs Station?

There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs Station. Prices start at $17.43 per night.
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