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Cairns to Warrnambool

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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 Campbellfield
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
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

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.91–$15.26
Bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.16–$16.54

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

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.73

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

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$1,017.59

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 Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.27
Train from Wyndham Vale to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$7.00
Train from Geelong to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
5 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)
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 Warrnambool?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Warrnambool is to fly and train which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Warrnambool is to fly and train which takes 9h 46m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Warrnambool. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Warrnambool 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 Warrnambool?

The distance between Cairns and Warrnambool is 2610 km. The road distance is 3000.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Warrnambool 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 Warrnambool?

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Cairns to Warrnambool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Warrnambool train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Warrnambool?

The best way to get from Cairns to Warrnambool is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 8h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $500 and takes 2 days 17h. There are no good options to train between Cairns to Warrnambool.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Warrnambool?

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

Where does the Cairns to Warrnambool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Warrnambool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Warrnambool is 3001 km. It takes approximately 35h 50m to drive from Cairns to Warrnambool.

Where can I stay near Warrnambool?

There are 363+ hotels available in Warrnambool. Prices start at $64.99 per night.
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