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Cairns to Castlemaine

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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

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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 Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.40–$13.99

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63
Train from Footscray to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63

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)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Castlemaine is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Castlemaine is to fly and train which takes 7h 19m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Castlemaine?

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

How far is it from Cairns to Castlemaine?

The distance between Cairns and Castlemaine is 2468 km. The road distance is 2749.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Castlemaine without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 6h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Cairns to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Cairns to Castlemaine is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 6h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 13h, you could also fly, which costs $173.91 - $489.13 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Cairns to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Castlemaine?

Castlemaine is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:45 in Cairns and 04:45 in Castlemaine.

Where does the Cairns to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Castlemaine is 2750 km. It takes approximately 32h 46m to drive from Cairns to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 72+ hotels available in Castlemaine. Prices start at $72.88 per night.
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