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Cairns to Lilydale

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Lilydale
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.87

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lilydale is to fly and train which costs $97.83 - $282.61 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Lilydale is to fly and train which takes 6h 47m and costs $97.83 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Lilydale. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Lilydale via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Cairns to Lilydale?

The distance between Cairns and Lilydale is 2383 km. The road distance is 2824.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Lilydale without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 5h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Cairns to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lilydale is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 5h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lilydale?

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

Where does the Cairns to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Lilydale is 2824 km. It takes approximately 33h 38m to drive from Cairns to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 530+ hotels available in Lilydale. Prices start at $64.48 per night.
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