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How to Travel from

Cairns to Maclean

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.23–$12.72
Bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.18

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Bilinga to Maclean
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$54.70
Bus from Ballina to Maclean
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$31.80
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36
Bus from Brisbane to Maclean
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.43–$82.68

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Bligh St At Charles Lane to McLachlan
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.96–$5.85

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Coffs Harbour to MacLean
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$26.71
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to MacLean
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.07–$45.79
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Lismore to MacLean
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Bus from Urunga to MacLean
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$29.26

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Armidale Airport to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.97–$76.32

Ballina Buslines

Phone:
02 6686 3666
Website:
buslinesgroup.com.au/
Bus from Bligh St At Charles Lane to McLachlan
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.32–$5.47

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 Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$610.55
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 Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,081.19
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 Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,081.19
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$483.36

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$610.55

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$534.23–$1,081.19
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$432.48

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 Maclean?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Maclean is to bus via Lismore which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 35h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Maclean is to fly and bus which takes 9h 7m and costs $141.30 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Maclean?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Maclean. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at MacLean via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Lismore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 58m.

How far is it from Cairns to Maclean?

The distance between Cairns and Maclean is 1808 km. The road distance is 2083 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Maclean without a car is to train and bus which takes 33h 30m and costs $81.52 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Cairns to Maclean, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Maclean bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Maclean bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Maclean?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Maclean?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Maclean is 2083 km. It takes approximately 24h 15m to drive from Cairns to Maclean.

Where can I stay near Maclean?

There are 552+ hotels available in Maclean. Prices start at $75.68 per night.
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