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How to Travel from

Cairns to Whitsunday

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.12–$1,017.59

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$139.92
Bus from Home Hill to Delta
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$27.98

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Bowen Travel to Collinsville
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.26–$27.98
Bus from Delta Bp Service Station to Collinsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.26–$26.71

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$69.96

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.62–$1,603.39
Train from Cairns Central Station to Home
Ave. Duration:
7h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.54–$1,171.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday is to drive which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday is to fly and drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Cairns to Whitsunday?

The distance between Cairns and Whitsunday is 714 km. The road distance is 670.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday without a car is to bus which takes 11h 34m and costs $173.91 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Cairns to Whitsunday, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cairns to Whitsunday?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Whitsunday is 671 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Cairns to Whitsunday.

Where can I stay near Whitsunday?

There are two+ hotels available in Whitsunday. Prices start at $80.99 per night.
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