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Cairns to Ningaloo Reef

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2 d 6 h 52 min
5355 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef

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Cheapest
By car (5 355 km)
2 d 6 h 52 min
5355 km.
from $294
Other
Train, Bus
5 d 15 h 11 min
3380 km.
from $6457.35
Bus, Train (Bus)
5 d 21 h 49 min
3380 km.
from $3444.65
Bus, Train (Bus)
6 d 19 h 21 min
3380 km.
from $4842.54

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

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 Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

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:
$139.92–$190.80

Integrity Coach Lines

Phone:
+61 (0) 8 9274 7464
Email:
Website:
integritycoachlines.com.au/
Bus from Perth Wellington Street to Exmouth
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.20–$203.52

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Learmonth
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Learmonth
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$890.39

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Perth
Ave. Duration:
3d 1h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,780.78–$6,105.54
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Perth
Ave. Duration:
42h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,526.39–$4,833.55

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)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef is to fly which costs $380.43 - $923.91 and takes 16h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef is to fly which takes 16h 15m and costs $380.43 - $923.91 .

How far is it from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef?

The distance between Cairns and Ningaloo Reef is 3456 km. The road distance is 5397.7 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef without a car is to train and bus which takes 5 days 15h and costs $1739.13 - $9782.61 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef?

It takes approximately 16h 15m to get from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Ningaloo Reef?

Ningaloo Reef is 2h behind Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 01:46 in Ningaloo Reef.

Can I drive from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Ningaloo Reef is 5398 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Cairns to Ningaloo Reef.

Where can I stay near Ningaloo Reef?

There are 106+ hotels available in Ningaloo Reef. Prices start at $19.93 per night.
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