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Cairns to Orbost

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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
Train from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.36–$13.99

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 Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Park St to Nicholson
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.16–$16.54
Bus from Canberra to Nicholson
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.69–$22.90
Bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Nicholson
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.69–$22.90
Bus from Bairnsdale to Nicholson
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.02–$11.45

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

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.43–$55.97

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Merimbula
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$953.99
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$368.88
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Merimbula
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$953.99

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Bairnsdale
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.27

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 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 Orbost?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Orbost is to fly and train and bus which costs $103.26 - $293.48 and takes 12h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Orbost is to fly and bus which takes 12h 6m and costs $239.13 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Orbost?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Orbost. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Nicholson St/Wolseley St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

How far is it from Cairns to Orbost?

The distance between Cairns and Orbost is 2484 km. The road distance is 2885.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Orbost without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Orbost?

It takes approximately 12h 6m to get from Cairns to Orbost, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Orbost bus from?

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

Where does the Cairns to Orbost bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Orbost?

Orbost is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Orbost.

Can I drive from Cairns to Orbost?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Orbost is 2886 km. It takes approximately 33h 32m to drive from Cairns to Orbost.

Where can I stay near Orbost?

There are 17+ hotels available in Orbost. Prices start at $50.46 per night.
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