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2 d 9 h 38 min
5251 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Western Australia

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Cheapest
By car (5 251 km)
2 d 9 h 38 min
5251 km.
from $288
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Train
4 d 19 h 10 min
2721 km.
from $5941.83
Bus, Train (Bus)
4 d 20 h 40 min
2722 km.
from $2736.11
Bus, Train (Bus)
4 d 23 h 50 min
2722 km.
from $3084.60
Train via Adelaide
5 d 19 h 5 min
2722 km.
from $4366.98

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:
$12.08–$33.07
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$35.62

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Hornsby
Ave. Duration:
16h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$101.76

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Perth
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Perth
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39
Plane from Cairns to Geraldton
Ave. Duration:
14h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$763.19

Aviair

Website:
aviair.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Geraldton
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.44–$1,017.59

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Perth
Ave. Duration:
3d 1h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,780.78–$5,851.14
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Perth
Ave. Duration:
42h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,526.39–$4,706.36

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.96–$216.24

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–$4,317.23

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 Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,532.24–$3,771.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Western Australia?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Western Australia is to fly which costs $217.39 - $597.83 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Western Australia?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Western Australia is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $217.39 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Western Australia?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Western Australia. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Perth via Roma Street Station and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 19h.

How far is it from Cairns to Western Australia?

The distance between Cairns and Western Australia is 3452 km. The road distance is 5250.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Western Australia without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Western Australia without a car is to train which takes 4 days 19h and costs $1521.74 - $8695.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Western Australia?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Cairns to Western Australia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Western Australia train from?

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

Train or fly from Cairns to Western Australia?

The best way to get from Cairns to Western Australia is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $217.39 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1521.74 - $8695.65 and takes 4 days 19h.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Western Australia?

Western Australia is 2h behind Cairns. It is currently 18:03 in Cairns and 16:03 in Western Australia.

Where does the Cairns to Western Australia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Western Australia?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Western Australia is 5251 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Cairns to Western Australia.
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