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28 h 11 min
2410 km.
from $132
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Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Penrith

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Cheapest
By car (2 410 km)
28 h 11 min
2410 km.
from $132
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Plane to Penrith
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
5 h 42 min
1933 km.
from $196.64
Train
40 h 53 min
1932 km.
from $2006.15
Bus, Train
44 h 38 min
1933 km.
from $165.63
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
8 h 9 min
1933 km.
from $247.42
Bus
2 d 1 h 26 min
1934 km.
from $396.41

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Central Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.69–$7.00
Train from Strathfield Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.31–$5.85

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

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.82–$5.34
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 Penrith
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.69–$5.22
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68

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

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

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

Virgin Australia

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Penrith is to bus and train which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 44h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Penrith is to fly and train which takes 5h 42m and costs $103.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand F via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Parramatta Station, Stand A4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Penrith Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 53m.

How far is it from Cairns to Penrith?

The distance between Cairns and Penrith is 2042 km. The road distance is 2409.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 40h 53m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Cairns to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Penrith?

The best way to get from Cairns to Penrith is to train which takes 40h 53m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $380.43 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Cairns to Penrith bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Penrith?

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

Where does the Cairns to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Penrith is 2410 km. It takes approximately 28h 27m to drive from Cairns to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 170+ hotels available in Penrith. Prices start at $74.75 per night.
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