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How to Travel from

Cairns to Lismore

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.09–$9.54
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

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.89–$43.25

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 Lismore?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lismore is to bus which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 33h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Lismore is to fly and bus which takes 6h 51m and costs $141.30 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St via Roma Street Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 33m.

How far is it from Cairns to Lismore?

The distance between Cairns and Lismore is 1624 km. The road distance is 1982.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Lismore without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 48m and costs $53.26 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Cairns to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lismore bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cairns to Lismore?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lismore is to bus which takes 33h 33m and costs $119.57 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $163.04 - $532.61 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Cairns to Lismore bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lismore?

Lismore is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 18:01 in Cairns and 19:01 in Lismore.

Can I drive from Cairns to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Lismore is 1983 km. It takes approximately 23h 22m to drive from Cairns to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 47+ hotels available in Lismore. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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