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Eight ways to Travel from Cairns to Morwell

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Cheapest
By car (2 956 km)
35 h 10 min
2956 km.
from $162
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Other
Bus, Plane
8 h 9 min
2370 km.
from $195.45
Train via Sydney
2 d 7 h 9 min
2370 km.
from $336.50
Bus
2 d 14 h 6 min
2368 km.
from $475.87
Bus, Train (Fly to Avalon Airport)
12 h 4 min
2370 km.
from $422.40
Train
3 d 7 h 45 min
2370 km.
from $5571.20
Bus, Train (Bus)
3 d 11 h 30 min
2370 km.
from $2536.45

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:
$12.64–$34.12

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$240.12
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.39–$69.51

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Traralgon
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.94–$32.86

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:
$139.02–$189.57

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.44–$56.87

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$366.50
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.76–$821.46

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$631.89
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$821.46

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$429.69

Train operators

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:
$48.02–$176.93

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Morwell
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$7.58

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:
$60.66–$4,469.63

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,538.84–$3,292.15

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Morwell is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Morwell is to fly and train which takes 8h 9m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Morwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Morwell. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Morwell Bus Interchange/Commercial Rd via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Morwell?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Morwell. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Morwell via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Cairns to Morwell?

The distance between Cairns and Morwell is 2488 km. The road distance is 2961.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Morwell without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 7h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Cairns to Morwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Morwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Morwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Morwell?

The best way to get from Cairns to Morwell is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 7h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $467.39 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Cairns to Morwell bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Morwell?

Morwell is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Morwell.

Where does the Cairns to Morwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Morwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Morwell is 2961 km. It takes approximately 35h 1m to drive from Cairns to Morwell.

Where can I stay near Morwell?

There are 38+ hotels available in Morwell. Prices start at $52.95 per night.
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