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26 h 51 min
2293 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Newcastle

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Cheapest
By car (2 293 km)
26 h 51 min
2293 km.
from $126
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Train
38 h 12 min
1878 km.
from $1997.57
Bus
44 h 55 min
1878 km.
from $295.96
Bus, Plane
7 h 27 min
1878 km.
from $198.60
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
45 h 22 min
1878 km.
from $356.74

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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
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

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 Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Newcastle is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Newcastle is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $108.70 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Newcastle via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 12m.

How far is it from Cairns to Newcastle?

The distance between Cairns and Newcastle is 1902 km. The road distance is 2291.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 38h 12m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cairns to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Newcastle train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Cairns to Newcastle is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $108.70 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3913.04 and takes 38h 12m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 44h 55m.

Where does the Cairns to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Newcastle?

Newcastle is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:54 in Cairns and 21:54 in Newcastle.

Where does the Cairns to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Newcastle is 2291 km. It takes approximately 27h 5m to drive from Cairns to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 360+ hotels available in Newcastle. Prices start at $72.88 per night.
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