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How to Travel from

Cairns to Whitsunday Islands

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Great
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$763.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Great
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Great
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$763.19

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 Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$165.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32

Island Transfers

Phone:
0488 022 868
Website:
islandtransfers.com/
Other from Palm Bay to Shute
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.11

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

Other operators

Cruise Whitsundays

Phone:
+617 4846 7000
Website:
cruisewhitsundays.com/
Other from Shute Harbour to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.13
Other from Port of Airlie to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$45.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday Islands is to bus and ferry via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal which costs $81.52 - $103.26 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday Islands is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $195.65 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct flight between Cairns and Whitsunday Islands?

There are no direct flights between Cairns and Whitsunday Islands. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h 55m and costs $195.65 - $478.26 .

How far is it from Cairns to Whitsunday Islands?

The distance between Cairns and Whitsunday Islands is 519 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Whitsunday Islands without a car is to bus and ferry via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal which takes 12h 34m and costs $81.52 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Cairns to Whitsunday Islands, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Whitsunday Islands?

There are 157+ hotels available in Whitsunday Islands. Prices start at $188.76 per night.
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