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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to South Australia

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Cheapest
By car (2 968 km)
34 h 20 min
2968 km.
from $163
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Train via Sydney
2 d 19 h 20 min
1828 km.
from $1570.20
Bus
2 d 22 h 32 min
1828 km.
from $517.91
Train
3 d 23 h 25 min
1828 km.
from $4965.46
Bus, Train
4 d 3 h 10 min
1828 km.
from $1987.53

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 Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

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 Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06

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 Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$432.48

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Whyalla
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$381.60–$1,144.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$483.36

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$763.19–$2,798.37

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)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to South Australia?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to South Australia is to fly which costs $119.57 - $347.83 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to South Australia?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to South Australia is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and South Australia?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to South Australia. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and South Australia?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to South Australia. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Roma Street Station and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.

How far is it from Cairns to South Australia?

The distance between Cairns and South Australia is 2147 km. The road distance is 2967.9 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to South Australia without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to South Australia without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 19h and costs $706.52 - $6521.74 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to South Australia?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Cairns to South Australia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to South Australia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to South Australia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to South Australia?

The best way to get from Cairns to South Australia is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $706.52 - $6521.74 and takes 2 days 19h, you could also bus, which costs $250 - $532.61 and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Cairns to South Australia bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and South Australia?

South Australia is 30 min ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 20:45 in South Australia.

Where does the Cairns to South Australia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to South Australia?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to South Australia is 2968 km. It takes approximately 34h 18m to drive from Cairns to South Australia.
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