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Cairns to Canberra

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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
Train from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.11

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.43–$55.97
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
Bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.34–$48.34

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52

Train operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Canberra is to fly and bus which costs $119.57 - $391.30 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Canberra is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $152.17 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Canberra via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Cairns to Canberra?

The distance between Cairns and Canberra is 2094 km. The road distance is 2523.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Canberra without a car is to train and bus which takes 44h 45m and costs $103.26 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Cairns to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Canberra bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cairns to Canberra?

The best way to get from Cairns to Canberra is to fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $152.17 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $434.78 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Cairns to Canberra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Canberra?

Canberra is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 14:40 in Cairns and 15:40 in Canberra.

Can I drive from Cairns to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Canberra is 2523 km. It takes approximately 29h 9m to drive from Cairns to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 646+ hotels available in Canberra. Prices start at $66.65 per night.
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