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How to Travel from

Cairns to Melbourne

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Navigate from Cairns to Melbourne

Continue onto McLeod Street
107 m
Turn left onto Upward Street
143 m
Turn right onto Sheridan Street
2 km 330 m
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Elizabeth Street
241 m
Continue onto Elizabeth Street
1 km 363 m
Arrive at destination

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:
$41.98–$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 Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$203.52

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.85

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$356.16
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$610.55
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:
$120.84–$419.76

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:
$47.06–$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:
$59.78–$4,402.66

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,500.79–$3,242.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne is to fly which costs $97.83 - $260.87 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?

The distance between Cairns and Melbourne is 2343 km. The road distance is 2814.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Cairns to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Cairns to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 . 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 - $543.48 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Cairns to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 05:15 in Cairns and 06:15 in Melbourne.

Where does the Cairns to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Melbourne is 2815 km. It takes approximately 33h 25m to drive from Cairns to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $76.17 per night.
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