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26 h 52 min
2326 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Cairns to Lithgow

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Cheapest
By car (2 326 km)
26 h 52 min
2326 km.
from $127
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
8 h 25 min
1891 km.
from $199.14
Train
43 h 50 min
1890 km.
from $2008.37
Bus, Train
47 h 10 min
1891 km.
from $170.74
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
11 h 9 min
1891 km.
from $360.25
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
11 h 6 min
1891 km.
from $249.05
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
11 h 56 min
1891 km.
from $320.20
Bus
2 d 2 h 52 min
1890 km.
from $433.66

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Strathfield Station to Emu
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.41–$5.94

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.64–$17.69

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:
$60.66–$4,469.63

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.85
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.64–$34.12
Train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.68–$8.21
Train from Strathfield Station to Emu
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.18
Train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.30–$6.95
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.21
Train from Dubbo Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$13.90
Bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$240.12

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:
$139.02–$189.57

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Lithgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.80–$39.18

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$568.70
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$126.38–$467.60

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$619.26
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.57–$1,074.22
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.40–$821.46
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$947.84

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$518.15
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.48–$695.08
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.79
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.57–$884.65

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$821.46
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$290.67–$884.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lithgow?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Lithgow is to bus and train which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 47h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Lithgow is to fly and train which takes 8h 25m and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Lithgow. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Lithgow via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 50m.

How far is it from Cairns to Lithgow?

The distance between Cairns and Lithgow is 2142 km. The road distance is 2326.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 43h 50m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Cairns to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lithgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Lithgow train from?

Cairns to Lithgow train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Cairns to Lithgow is to train which takes 43h 50m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $413.04 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Cairns to Lithgow bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lithgow?

Lithgow is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Lithgow.

Where does the Cairns to Lithgow train arrive?

Cairns to Lithgow train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Lithgow is 2327 km. It takes approximately 27h 9m to drive from Cairns to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 158+ hotels available in Lithgow. Prices start at $32.39 per night.
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