How to Travel from
Cairns to Sale
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Cairns to Sale
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 085 km)
35 h 35 min
3085 km.
from $169
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Melbourne Airport)
9 h 20 min
2357 km.
from $195.99
Train via Sydney
2 d 8 h 21 min
2358 km.
from $337.04
Bus
2 d 12 h 36 min
2356 km.
from $470.96
Bus, Train (Fly to Avalon Airport)
13 h 16 min
2357 km.
from $422.95
Bus, Plane (Fly to Canberra International Airport)
15 h 56 min
2357 km.
from $268.75
Train
3 d 8 h 56 min
2358 km.
from $5571.42
Bus, Train (Bus)
3 d 12 h 41 min
2357 km.
from $2536.99
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
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
SkyBus
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Gippsland
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.47–$30.53
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Central Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
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
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59
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
Plane from Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$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 Cairns to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$368.88
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
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Sale
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.72–$7.63
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 Sale?
The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Sale is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 9h 20m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Sale?
The fastest way to get from Cairns to Sale is to fly and train which takes 9h 20m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Sale?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Sale. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Gippsland Shopping Centre/Cunninghame St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.
Is there a direct train between Cairns and Sale?
No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Sale. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Sale via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.
How far is it from Cairns to Sale?
The distance between Cairns and Sale is 2549 km. The road distance is 3055.2 km.
How do I travel from Cairns to Sale without a car?
The best way to get from Cairns to Sale without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 8h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Sale?
It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Cairns to Sale, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Sale bus from?
Cairns to Sale bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Where do I catch the Cairns to Sale train from?
Cairns to Sale train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.
Train or bus from Cairns to Sale?
The best way to get from Cairns to Sale is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 8h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $456.52 and takes 2 days 12h.
Where does the Cairns to Sale bus arrive?
Cairns to Sale bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Sale?
Sale is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 20:15 in Cairns and 21:15 in Sale.
Where does the Cairns to Sale train arrive?
Cairns to Sale train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.
Can I drive from Cairns to Sale?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Sale is 3055 km. It takes approximately 35h 10m to drive from Cairns to Sale.
Where can I stay near Sale?
There are 24+ hotels available in Sale. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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