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Cairns to Hay

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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
Bus from Griffith Station, Coach Stop to Sturt
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 3 to Sturt
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Griffith
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$27.98
Bus from Mildura Station, Coach Stop to Sturt
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$13.99

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

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

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Griffith
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Mildura
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$1,081.19

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Griffith
Ave. Duration:
8h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$1,081.19

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$133.56

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 Hay?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Hay is to bus which costs $184.78 - $293.48 and takes 2 days 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Hay is to fly and bus which takes 10h 41m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Hay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Hay. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Sturt Hwy At Archer St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and Griffith Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Cairns to Hay?

The distance between Cairns and Hay is 2095 km. The road distance is 2420 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Hay without a car is to train and night train and bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $81.52 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 41m to get from Cairns to Hay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Hay bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Hay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Hay?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Hay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Hay is 2420 km. It takes approximately 28h 43m to drive from Cairns to Hay.

Where can I stay near Hay?

There are 15+ hotels available in Hay. Prices start at $59.77 per night.
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