How to Travel from
Cairns to Bathurst
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Cairns to Bathurst
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 330 km)
26 h 55 min
2330 km.
from $128
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
9 h 13 min
1872 km.
from $200.77
Train
44 h 37 min
1872 km.
from $2010.23
Bus, Train
47 h 58 min
1872 km.
from $195.52
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
10 h 9 min
1872 km.
from $364.05
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
10 h 42 min
1872 km.
from $318.57
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
11 h 53 min
1872 km.
from $250.68
Bus
2 d 3 h 37 min
1872 km.
from $442.37
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.72–$11.45
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.60–$10.81
Train from Dubbo Station to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.47–$10.81
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27
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
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Australia Wide Coaches
Bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.07–$45.79
Bus from Central Station to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.34–$47.06
Orange Buslines
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.43–$4.83
Bathurst Buslines
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$13.99
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$1,081.19
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$953.99
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$890.39
Train operators
Intercity Train
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Bathurst
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$26.71
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 Bathurst?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Bathurst is to bus and train which costs $152.17 - $239.13 and takes 47h 59m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Bathurst?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Bathurst is to fly and train which takes 9h 13m and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Bathurst?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Bathurst station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Bathurst Station, Coach Stop via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Bathurst?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Bathurst station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Bathurst Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 37m.
How far is it from Cairns to Bathurst?
The distance between Cairns and Bathurst is 2226 km. The road distance is 2319.7 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Bathurst without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Bathurst without a car is to train which takes 44h 37m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Bathurst?
It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Cairns to Bathurst, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Bathurst bus from?
Cairns to Bathurst bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Bathurst train from?
Cairns to Bathurst train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train or bus from Cairns to Bathurst?
The best way to get from Cairns to Bathurst is to train which takes 44h 37m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $413.04 and takes 2 days 3h.
Where does the Cairns to Bathurst bus arrive?
Cairns to Bathurst bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Bathurst?
Bathurst is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Bathurst.
Where does the Cairns to Bathurst train arrive?
Cairns to Bathurst train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Bathurst?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Bathurst is 2320 km. It takes approximately 26h 46m to drive from Cairns to Bathurst.
Where can I stay near Bathurst?
There are 98+ hotels available in Bathurst. Prices start at $37 per night.
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