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20 h 56 min
1710 km.
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By car (1 710 km)
20 h 56 min
1710 km.
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Rideshare
20 h 56 min
1710 km.
from $22.30
Bus, Plane
6 h 14 min
1388 km.
from $228.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$470.64

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,208.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80

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 Brisbane?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane is to fly which costs $76.09 - $347.83 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Brisbane Roma Street. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Roma Street. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from Cairns to Brisbane?

The distance between Cairns and Brisbane is 1414 km. The road distance is 1837.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 25h 20m and costs $52.17 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cairns to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Brisbane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Brisbane train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Cairns to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $52.17 - $3913.04 and takes 25h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $119.57 - $402.17 and takes 29h 5m.

Where does the Cairns to Brisbane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairns to Brisbane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Brisbane is 1837 km. It takes approximately 21h 33m to drive from Cairns to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 1507+ hotels available in Brisbane. Prices start at $57.80 per night.
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