How to Travel from
Cairns to Parkes
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Parkes
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 273 km)
26 h 7 min
2273 km.
from $125
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport)
9 h 21 min
1817 km.
from $317.48
Train
47 h 34 min
1818 km.
from $2014.96
Bus
2 d 1 h 40 min
1815 km.
from $375.27
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
12 h 7 min
1817 km.
from $204.58
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
13 h 30 min
1817 km.
from $341.23
Bus, Train
2 d 7 h 33 min
1817 km.
from $390.43
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
13h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Train from Central Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Train from Orange Station to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.63
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$7.00
Bus from Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
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 Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Brisbane City to St
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$114.48
Bus from St George to Lightning
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$34.34–$48.34
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
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 Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$953.99
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$1,081.19
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Regional Express
Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Parkes
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79
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:
$61.06–$4,498.63
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Parkes?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Parkes is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $358.70 and takes 12h 7m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Parkes?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Parkes is to fly which takes 8h 21m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Parkes?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Brisbane City, St George, Morilla St Opp Lightning Ridge Post Office and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Parkes?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Parkes Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 34m.
How far is it from Cairns to Parkes?
The distance between Cairns and Parkes is 1863 km. The road distance is 2241.4 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Parkes without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Parkes without a car is to train which takes 47h 34m and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Parkes?
It takes approximately 9h 21m to get from Cairns to Parkes, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Parkes bus from?
Cairns to Parkes bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Parkes train from?
Cairns to Parkes train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Parkes?
The best way to get from Cairns to Parkes is to train which takes 47h 34m and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $326.09 and takes 2 days 1h, you could also fly, which costs $173.91 - $597.83 and takes 8h 21m.
Where does the Cairns to Parkes bus arrive?
Cairns to Parkes bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Parkes?
Parkes is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Parkes.
Where does the Cairns to Parkes train arrive?
Cairns to Parkes train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Parkes?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Parkes is 2241 km. It takes approximately 25h 43m to drive from Cairns to Parkes.
Where can I stay near Parkes?
There are 29+ hotels available in Parkes. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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