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How to Travel from

Cairns to Phillip Island

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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:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

Metropolitan Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au
Bus from Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd to Dandenong
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Wimbeldon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.70–$10.18
Bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Ventnor
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.08–$11.45

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
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 Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Koo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.73
Bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Wimbeldon
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.73

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
46h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Phillip Island?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Phillip Island is to fly and bus which costs $103.26 - $293.48 and takes 9h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Phillip Island?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Phillip Island is to fly and bus which takes 9h 39m and costs $103.26 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Phillip Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Phillip Island. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Wimbeldon Heights via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Koo Wee Rup Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from Cairns to Phillip Island?

The distance between Cairns and Phillip Island is 2491 km. The road distance is 2950.4 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Phillip Island without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Phillip Island without a car is to train and bus via Sydney which takes 2 days 8h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Phillip Island?

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Cairns to Phillip Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Phillip Island bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Phillip Island bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Phillip Island?

Phillip Island is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 10:11 in Cairns and 11:11 in Phillip Island.

Can I drive from Cairns to Phillip Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Phillip Island is 2950 km. It takes approximately 35h 3m to drive from Cairns to Phillip Island.

Where can I stay near Phillip Island?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Phillip Island. Prices start at $88.80 per night.
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