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Cairns to Surfers Paradise

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21 h 47 min
1789 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Surfers Paradise

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Cheapest
By car (1 789 km)
21 h 47 min
1789 km.
from $98
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Plane to Surfers Paradise (Gold Coast Airport)
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Rideshare
21 h 47 min
1789 km.
from $23.33
Train
27 h 21 min
1460 km.
from $1982.63
Bus
31 h 30 min
1460 km.
from $224.76
Bus, Plane
6 h 8 min
1460 km.
from $172.03
Bus, Train
32 h 1 min
1460 km.
from $251.95

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.69–$5.22
Train from International Airport Station to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

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
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

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

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 Surfers Paradise?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise is to bus which costs $130.43 - $184.78 and takes 31h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $119.57 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Surfers Paradise. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Surfers Paradise via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Surfers Paradise?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Surfers Paradise station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Cavill Avenue station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 21m.

How far is it from Cairns to Surfers Paradise?

The distance between Cairns and Surfers Paradise is 1514 km. The road distance is 1891.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Surfers Paradise without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise without a car is to train which takes 27h 21m and costs $54.35 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Surfers Paradise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Surfers Paradise train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Surfers Paradise?

The best way to get from Cairns to Surfers Paradise is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $119.57 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $3913.04 and takes 27h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $130.43 - $184.78 and takes 31h 30m.

Where does the Cairns to Surfers Paradise bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Surfers Paradise?

It is currently 23:01 at both, Cairns and Surfers Paradise.

Where does the Cairns to Surfers Paradise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Surfers Paradise?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Surfers Paradise is 1892 km. It takes approximately 22h 7m to drive from Cairns to Surfers Paradise.

Where can I stay near Surfers Paradise?

There are 2385+ hotels available in Surfers Paradise. Prices start at $83.05 per night.
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