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28 h 7 min
2417 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cairns to New South Wales

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Cheapest
By car (2 417 km)
28 h 7 min
2417 km.
from $132
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Train
40 h 35 min
1668 km.
from $1923.52
Bus via Brisbane
47 h 13 min
1668 km.
from $256.98
Bus
47 h 55 min
1668 km.
from $307.57

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:
$12.08–$33.07

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$241.68

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:
$127.20–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$546.95
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$470.64

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$597.83
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,081.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$496.08
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,081.19

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:
$190.80–$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:
$521.52–$1,081.19

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:
$59.78–$4,317.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which costs $97.83 - $336.96 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and New South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to New South Wales station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Wynyard Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 35m.

How far is it from Cairns to New South Wales?

The distance between Cairns and New South Wales is 1989 km. The road distance is 2414.2 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to New South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to New South Wales without a car is to train which takes 40h 35m and costs $59.78 - $3804.35 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to New South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Cairns to New South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to New South Wales train from?

Cairns to New South Wales train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to New South Wales?

The best way to get from Cairns to New South Wales is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3804.35 and takes 40h 35m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $195.65 - $369.57 and takes 47h 13m.

What is the time difference between Cairns and New South Wales?

New South Wales is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 18:38 in Cairns and 19:38 in New South Wales.

Where does the Cairns to New South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to New South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to New South Wales is 2414 km. It takes approximately 28h 20m to drive from Cairns to New South Wales.

Where can I stay near New South Wales?

There are one+ hotels available in New South Wales. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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