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How to Travel from

Cairns to Nimbin

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.90
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 Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

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
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$34.34

Gosel's Bus Service

Phone:
+61 2 6677 9394
Website:
transportnsw.info
Bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Nimbin
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day

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 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 Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,081.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
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 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:
$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

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 Nimbin?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to bus which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 34h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to fly and train which takes 10h 19m and costs $86.96 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 43m.

How far is it from Cairns to Nimbin?

The distance between Cairns and Nimbin is 1577 km. The road distance is 1971.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 28h 52m and costs $108.70 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Cairns to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Nimbin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to train which takes 28h 52m and costs $108.70 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 34h 43m, you could also fly, which costs $163.04 - $532.61 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Cairns to Nimbin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Nimbin?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Nimbin is 1971 km. It takes approximately 23h 19m to drive from Cairns to Nimbin.

Which airlines fly from Cairns Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport?

Virgin Australia, Qantas and Jetstar offer flights from Cairns Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 46+ hotels available in Nimbin. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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