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28 h 8 min
2417 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Sydney

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Cheapest
By car (2 417 km)
28 h 8 min
2417 km.
from $132
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Train
40 h 30 min
1960 km.
from $2000.83
Bus via Brisbane
47 h 7 min
1960 km.
from $270.74
Bus, Plane
7 h 54 min
1960 km.
from $244.16
Bus
47 h 50 min
1960 km.
from $312.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.64–$34.12
Train from Hamilton Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.85

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
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.83–$107.42

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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.40–$821.46

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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.79

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:
$60.66–$4,469.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Sydney is to fly which costs $97.83 - $336.96 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Sydney is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street busway, platform 2 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 30m.

How far is it from Cairns to Sydney?

The distance between Cairns and Sydney is 1987 km. The road distance is 2414.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 40h 30m and costs $59.78 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Cairns to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Sydney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Sydney train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Sydney?

The best way to get from Cairns to Sydney is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $3913.04 and takes 40h 30m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $206.52 - $369.57 and takes 47h 7m.

Where does the Cairns to Sydney bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 23:44 in Cairns and 00:44 in Sydney.

Where does the Cairns to Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Sydney is 2414 km. It takes approximately 28h 20m to drive from Cairns to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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