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Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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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

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$76.32

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:
$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 Cooktown Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$483.36

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$763.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$508.80

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
10h 17m
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:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
46h 30m
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 Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which costs $86.96 - $260.87 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $86.96 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

How far is it from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Cairns and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2320 km. The road distance is 2803.5 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) 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 Airport (MEL)?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The best way to get from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $86.96 - $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 $250 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 04:46 in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I drive from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2803 km. It takes approximately 33h 15m to drive from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL). Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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