How to Travel from
Cairns to Armidale
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Armidale
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 053 km)
23 h 49 min
2053 km.
from $112
Other
Train, Bus
35 h 35 min
1623 km.
from $2076.36
Bus, Train
40 h 15 min
1622 km.
from $316.85
Bus, Plane (Fly to Tamworth)
8 h 40 min
1622 km.
from $294.86
Bus, Plane (Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport)
10 h 10 min
1622 km.
from $445.82
Bus, Plane (Fly to Inverell Airport)
9 h 1 min
1622 km.
from $240.30
Bus
43 h 8 min
1623 km.
from $338.87
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$15.26
Bus from Marsh St At Hall St to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$7.63
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
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78
Dorrigo Transit
Bus from Coffs Harbour Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$62.33–$82.68
Bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$38.16–$50.88
Bus from Coffs Harbour Airport to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$82.68
Bus from Urunga Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$53.42–$69.96
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$890.39
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 Armidale
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$483.36
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$826.79
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 Inverell
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$763.19
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 Armidale
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$432.48
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$826.79
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 Inverell
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$763.19
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 Armidale?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Armidale is to fly which costs $103.26 - $380.43 and takes 7h 20m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Armidale?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Armidale is to fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $103.26 - $380.43 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Armidale?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Armidale. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Armidale Visitor Information Centre via Brisbane Roma Street and Urunga Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 8m.
How far is it from Cairns to Armidale?
The distance between Cairns and Armidale is 1642 km. The road distance is 2056.1 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Armidale without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Armidale without a car is to train and bus which takes 35h 35m and costs $108.70 - $4021.74 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Armidale?
It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Cairns to Armidale, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Armidale bus from?
Cairns to Armidale bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Bus or fly from Cairns to Armidale?
The best way to get from Cairns to Armidale is to fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $103.26 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $271.74 and takes 43h 8m.
Where does the Cairns to Armidale bus arrive?
Cairns to Armidale bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Armidale?
Armidale is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 15:13 in Cairns and 16:13 in Armidale.
Can I drive from Cairns to Armidale?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Armidale is 2056 km. It takes approximately 24h 25m to drive from Cairns to Armidale.
Which airlines fly from Cairns Airport to Armidale Airport?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Link Airways and Qantas offer flights from Cairns Airport to Armidale Airport.
Where can I stay near Armidale?
There are 67+ hotels available in Armidale. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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