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Cairns to Lake Macquarie

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26 h 59 min
2306 km.
from $126
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Lake Macquarie

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Cheapest
By car (2 306 km)
26 h 59 min
2306 km.
from $126
Fastest
Plane to Lake Macquarie
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
7 h 11 min
1886 km.
from $244.05
Train
40 h 2 min
1886 km.
from $2001.17
Bus
47 h 28 min
1886 km.
from $304.98
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
8 h 4 min
1886 km.
from $200.12
Bus via Customs House, Watt St (Greyhound)
2 d 28 min
1886 km.
from $363.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Hamilton Station to Dora
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.09
Train from Roma Street Station to Fassifern
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.45–$30.53
Train from Central Station to Morisset
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.63

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
Bus from Brisbane to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

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 Charlestown
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$95.40

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

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

Virgin Australia

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

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 Lake Macquarie?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to fly and train which takes 7h 11m and costs $119.57 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Lake Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at 225 Fishing Point Rd via Brisbane Roma Street, Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand A and Old Toronto Station, Victory Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 28m.

How far is it from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The distance between Cairns and Lake Macquarie is 1951 km. The road distance is 2304 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Lake Macquarie without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie without a car is to train which takes 40h 2m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lake Macquarie bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lake Macquarie is to train which takes 40h 2m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 47h 28m.

Where does the Cairns to Lake Macquarie bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lake Macquarie?

Lake Macquarie is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Lake Macquarie.

Can I drive from Cairns to Lake Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Lake Macquarie is 2304 km. It takes approximately 27h 14m to drive from Cairns to Lake Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Lake Macquarie?

There are 528+ hotels available in Lake Macquarie. Prices start at $89.14 per night.
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