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2250 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cairns to Port Macquarie

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Cheapest
By car (2 250 km)
26 h 33 min
2250 km.
from $123
Other
Train
34 h 46 min
1766 km.
from $1995.39
Bus
41 h 15 min
1766 km.
from $278.02
Bus, Plane
10 h 30 min
1766 km.
from $414.40
Bus via Brisbane (Greyhound)
41 h 47 min
1766 km.
from $329.57

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Wauchope
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.27–$20.35

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36
Bus from Brisbane to Port
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$152.64

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 Port
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.15–$76.32
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Port
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19
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 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 Port Macquarie?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie is to bus which costs $163.04 - $228.26 and takes 41h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie is to fly which takes 7h 14m and costs $130.43 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Port Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Port Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Port Macquarie via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 15m.

How far is it from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

The distance between Cairns and Port Macquarie is 1784 km. The road distance is 2308.7 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Port Macquarie without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie without a car is to train which takes 34h 46m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Port Macquarie bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

The best way to get from Cairns to Port Macquarie is to fly which takes 7h 14m and costs $130.43 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3913.04 and takes 34h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $163.04 - $228.26 and takes 41h 15m.

Where does the Cairns to Port Macquarie bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Port Macquarie?

Port Macquarie is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 13:27 in Cairns and 14:27 in Port Macquarie.

Can I drive from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Port Macquarie is 2309 km. It takes approximately 27h to drive from Cairns to Port Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Port Macquarie?

There are 343+ hotels available in Port Macquarie. Prices start at $51.08 per night.
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