How to Travel from
Cairns to Scone
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Cairns to Scone
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Cheapest
By car (2 143 km)
24 h 57 min
2143 km.
from $117
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
7 h 53 min
1757 km.
from $250.14
Train
40 h 12 min
1758 km.
from $2007.46
Bus
44 h 7 min
1756 km.
from $369.96
Bus, Plane (Fly to Tamworth)
8 h 51 min
1757 km.
from $262.25
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
9 h 38 min
1757 km.
from $201.32
Bus, Train
11 h 45 min
1757 km.
from $258.11
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$29.26
Train from Maitland Station to Scone
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.63
Train from Tamworth Station to Scone
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$8.27
Train from Central Station to Scone
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$13.99
Bus from Moree Station, Coach Stop to Scone
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Once 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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Dorrigo Transit
Bus from Armidale Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$47.06
Crisps Coaches
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Warwick
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$76.32
Bus from Warwick to Moree
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$50.88–$152.64
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$890.39
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$534.23
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$483.36
Link Airways
Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.48–$432.48
Train operators
Intercity Train
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Hamilton Station to Scone
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.08–$17.81
Train from Maitland Station to Scone
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.26
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Scone
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.08–$17.81
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 Scone?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Scone is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 9h 38m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Scone?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Scone is to fly and train which takes 7h 53m and costs $119.57 - $423.91 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Scone?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Scone station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Scone Station, Coach Stop via Brisbane Roma Street, Warwick and Moree Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 7m.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Scone?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Scone station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Scone Station via Roma Street Station and Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 12m.
How far is it from Cairns to Scone?
The distance between Cairns and Scone is 2054 km. The road distance is 2140.3 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Scone without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Scone without a car is to train which takes 40h 12m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Scone?
It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Cairns to Scone, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Scone bus from?
Cairns to Scone bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Scone train from?
Cairns to Scone train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train or bus from Cairns to Scone?
The best way to get from Cairns to Scone is to train which takes 40h 12m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $184.78 - $380.43 and takes 44h 7m.
Where does the Cairns to Scone bus arrive?
Cairns to Scone bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Scone?
Scone is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Scone.
Where does the Cairns to Scone train arrive?
Cairns to Scone train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Scone?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Scone is 2140 km. It takes approximately 25h 11m to drive from Cairns to Scone.
Where can I stay near Scone?
There are 24+ hotels available in Scone. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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