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29 h 21 min
2510 km.
from $138
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Shellharbour

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Cheapest
By car (2 510 km)
29 h 21 min
2510 km.
from $138
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Plane to Shellharbour
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Other
Bus, Plane
7 h 4 min
2026 km.
from $199.58
Train
43 h 41 min
2025 km.
from $2010.46
Bus, Train
2 d 3 h 4 min
2026 km.
from $227.59
Bus
2 d 3 h 13 min
2025 km.
from $420.36

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.81
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.64–$34.12
Train from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.07

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
Bus from Central Station to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.43–$22.75

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$568.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$619.26

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 Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
6h 36m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.57–$695.08

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.57–$631.89

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 Shellharbour?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Shellharbour is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Shellharbour is to fly and train which takes 7h 4m and costs $103.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Shellharbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Shellharbour. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Cairns to Shellharbour?

The distance between Cairns and Shellharbour is 2076 km. The road distance is 2508.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Shellharbour without a car is to train which takes 43h 41m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Cairns to Shellharbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Shellharbour bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Shellharbour?

The best way to get from Cairns to Shellharbour is to train which takes 43h 41m and costs $65.22 - $3913.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130.43 - $456.52 and takes 9h 7m, you could also bus, which costs $217.39 - $391.30 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Cairns to Shellharbour bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Shellharbour?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Shellharbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Shellharbour is 2508 km. It takes approximately 29h 36m to drive from Cairns to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 563+ hotels available in Shellharbour. Prices start at $89.71 per night.
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