How to Travel from
Cairns to Southern Cross
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Southern Cross
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Cheapest
By car (4 884 km)
2 d 5 h 34 min
4884 km.
from $268
Other
Train via Sydney
2 d 4 h 20 min
2324 km.
from $331.07
Bus
2 d 11 h 26 min
2322 km.
from $522.26
Bus, Plane
9 h 19 min
2323 km.
from $416.97
Train
3 d 4 h 55 min
2324 km.
from $5563.28
Bus, Train
3 d 8 h 40 min
2323 km.
from $2531.01
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
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13
Premier Motor Service
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
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 Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
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 Southern Cross (Station)?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) is to fly which costs $97.83 - $271.74 and takes 5h 24m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station)?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Southern Cross (Station)?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Southern Cross (Station). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Southern Cross (Station)?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Southern Cross (Station). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.
How far is it from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station)?
The distance between Cairns and Southern Cross (Station) is 2343 km. The road distance is 2813.3 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 4h and costs $103.26 - $4021.74 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station)?
It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station), including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) bus from?
Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) train from?
Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station)?
The best way to get from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $103.26 - $4021.74 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also bus, which costs $239.13 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 11h.
Where does the Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) bus arrive?
Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Southern Cross (Station)?
Southern Cross (Station) is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Southern Cross (Station).
Where does the Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) train arrive?
Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station)?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Southern Cross (Station) is 2813 km. It takes approximately 33h 25m to drive from Cairns to Southern Cross (Station).
Where can I stay near Southern Cross (Station)?
There are 4407+ hotels available in Southern Cross (Station). Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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