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27 h 22 min
2332 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cairns to Nelson Bay

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Cheapest
By car (2 332 km)
27 h 22 min
2332 km.
from $128
Other
Train, Bus
40 h 9 min
1869 km.
from $2006.09
Bus
46 h 54 min
1869 km.
from $303.88
Bus, Plane
9 h 5 min
1868 km.
from $201.53
Bus via Brisbane
47 h 23 min
1868 km.
from $361.48

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
11h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.45–$29.26
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90

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
Bus from Brisbane to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

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:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$95.40

Port Stephens Coaches

Phone:
+61 0(2) 4982 2940
Email:
Website:
pscoaches.com.au/
Bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.07
Bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.07

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52

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 Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay is to fly and train and bus which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $108.70 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Brisbane Roma Street, Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 54m.

How far is it from Cairns to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Cairns and Nelson Bay is 1922 km. The road distance is 2328.8 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 40h 9m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Nelson Bay bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cairns to Nelson Bay?

The best way to get from Cairns to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $108.70 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 46h 54m.

Where does the Cairns to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Nelson Bay?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Nelson Bay is 2329 km. It takes approximately 27h 33m to drive from Cairns to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Nelson Bay. Prices start at $92.33 per night.
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