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27 h 27 min
2363 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Katoomba

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Cheapest
By car (2 363 km)
27 h 27 min
2363 km.
from $129
Fastest
Plane to Katoomba
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
6 h 54 min
1920 km.
from $197.95
Train
42 h 16 min
1920 km.
from $2007.52
Bus, Train
46 h 1 min
1920 km.
from $166.83
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
9 h 32 min
1920 km.
from $248.62
Bus
2 d 2 h 17 min
1920 km.
from $427.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.00
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.00
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27

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
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

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.17–$33.07

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.90–$13.99

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 Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 46h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 6h 54m and costs $103.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Katoomba via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 16m.

How far is it from Cairns to Katoomba?

The distance between Cairns and Katoomba is 2097 km. The road distance is 2363.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 42h 16m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Cairns to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Katoomba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Katoomba train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Cairns to Katoomba is to train which takes 42h 16m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $402.17 and takes 2 days 2h. There are no good options to fly between Cairns to Katoomba.

Where does the Cairns to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Katoomba.

Where does the Cairns to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Katoomba is 2363 km. It takes approximately 27h 42m to drive from Cairns to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 456+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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