How to Travel from
Cairns to Forbes
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Cairns to Forbes
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 307 km)
26 h 33 min
2307 km.
from $126
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
9 h 46 min
1843 km.
from $318.57
Train
2 d 59 min
1842 km.
from $2016.59
Bus, Train
2 d 3 h 50 min
1843 km.
from $206.93
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
13 h 32 min
1843 km.
from $207.51
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
13 h 44 min
1843 km.
from $342.42
Bus, Plane (Fly to Canberra International Airport)
13 h 45 min
1843 km.
from $274.18
Bus
2 d 7 h 29 min
1844 km.
from $453.61
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
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 Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Train from Central Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90
Bus from Orange Station, Coach Bay 1 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$9.54
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Forbes
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90
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 Lucknow
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.89–$52.15
Bus from Central Station to Orange
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.43–$54.70
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 Canberra
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$953.99
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 Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$890.39
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 Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$368.88
Regional Express
Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79
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 Forbes?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Forbes is to bus and train which costs $163.04 - $250 and takes 2 days 3h.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Forbes?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Forbes is to fly which takes 8h 26m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Forbes?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Forbes station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Forbes Station, Coach Stop via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Orange Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.
How far is it from Cairns to Forbes?
The distance between Cairns and Forbes is 1895 km. The road distance is 2274.4 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Forbes without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Forbes without a car is to train which takes 2 days 0h and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Forbes?
It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Cairns to Forbes, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Forbes bus from?
Cairns to Forbes bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Forbes?
The best way to get from Cairns to Forbes is to train which takes 2 days 0h and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $184.78 - $652.17 and takes 8h 26m, you could also bus, which costs $239.13 - $423.91 and takes 2 days 7h.
Where does the Cairns to Forbes bus arrive?
Cairns to Forbes bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Forbes?
Forbes is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:45 in Cairns and 04:45 in Forbes.
Can I drive from Cairns to Forbes?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Forbes is 2274 km. It takes approximately 26h 7m to drive from Cairns to Forbes.
Where can I stay near Forbes?
There are nine+ hotels available in Forbes. Prices start at $65.41 per night.
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