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How to Travel from

Cairns to Geelong

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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 Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.76–$10.18

Gull Airport Service

Phone:
+61 3 5222 4966
Website:
gull.com.au
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.44

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 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 Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.00
Train from Wyndham Vale to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$7.00

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 Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which costs $108.70 - $293.48 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 43m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce 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 Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Geelong. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Geelong via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Cairns to Geelong?

The distance between Cairns and Geelong is 2405 km. The road distance is 2884.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Geelong without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 5h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Cairns to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Geelong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Geelong train from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Geelong bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:47 in Cairns and 04:47 in Geelong.

Where does the Cairns to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Geelong is 2884 km. It takes approximately 34h 8m to drive from Cairns to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 662+ hotels available in Geelong. Prices start at $63.79 per night.
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