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How to Travel from

Cairns to Shute Harbour

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$1,017.59

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70
Bus from Cairns to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$165.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26

Island Transfers

Phone:
0488 022 868
Website:
islandtransfers.com/
Other from Palm Bay to Shute
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.11

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.62–$1,603.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour is to bus which costs $47.83 - $65.22 and takes 10h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour is to fly and ferry which takes 6h 20m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Shute Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Shute Harbour. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Shute Harbour Rd near Whitsunday Dr hail 'n' ride via Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

The distance between Cairns and Shute Harbour is 549 km. The road distance is 632.5 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Shute Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour without a car is to bus which takes 10h 58m and costs $47.83 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Shute Harbour bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

The best way to get from Cairns to Shute Harbour is to bus which takes 10h 58m and costs $47.83 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $1413.04 and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Cairns to Shute Harbour bus arrive?

Cairns to Shute Harbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Shute Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Shute Harbour is 632 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Cairns to Shute Harbour.

Where can I stay near Shute Harbour?

There are 488+ hotels available in Shute Harbour. Prices start at $88.91 per night.
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