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Three ways to Travel from Cairns to Emerald

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Cheapest
By car (960 km)
11 h 9 min
960 km.
from $52
Other
Train
21 h 27 min
774 km.
from $1566.80
Bus
21 h 40 min
774 km.
from $184.35

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,144.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$120.84

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
15h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.43–$2,804.35
Train from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$10.18–$737.38

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Emerald is to bus which costs $103.26 - $163.04 and takes 21h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Emerald is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Emerald via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 27m.

How far is it from Cairns to Emerald?

The distance between Cairns and Emerald is 798 km. The road distance is 958.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Emerald without a car is to train which takes 21h 27m and costs $42.39 - $3043.48 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Cairns to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Emerald bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Emerald train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Emerald?

The best way to get from Cairns to Emerald is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $42.39 - $3043.48 and takes 21h 27m, you could also bus, which costs $103.26 - $163.04 and takes 21h 40m.

Where does the Cairns to Emerald bus arrive?

Cairns to Emerald bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Rockhampton George Street station.

Where does the Cairns to Emerald train arrive?

Cairns to Emerald train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Emerald is 958 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Cairns to Emerald.

Which airlines fly from Cairns Airport to Emerald Airport Airport?

Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Cairns Airport to Emerald Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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