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How to Travel from

Cairns to Yamba

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.19–$12.64
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Claude
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.21

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Bilinga to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.07–$50.55
Bus from Brisbane to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.91–$75.83
Bus from Byron Bay to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$34.12
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.75–$36.65
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.57–$480.24

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Bligh St At Charles Lane to Claude
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.07–$7.58

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:
$139.02–$189.57
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.33

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$40.44–$48.02

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.97–$52.88

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$619.26
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$606.62
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$454.96

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$366.50–$1,200.60
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$164.29–$1,074.22
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$619.26
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$568.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$1,074.22
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$227.48–$695.08
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$505.52

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.21–$606.62

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$530.79–$1,074.22

Train operators

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:
$60.66–$4,469.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Yamba is to fly and train and bus which costs $86.96 - $369.57 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Yamba is to fly and bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $141.30 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Yamba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Yamba. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Yamba YHA via Brisbane Roma Street and Byron Bay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h.

How far is it from Cairns to Yamba?

The distance between Cairns and Yamba is 1697 km. The road distance is 2091.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Yamba without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 17m and costs $86.96 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Cairns to Yamba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Yamba bus from?

Cairns to Yamba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Cairns to Yamba bus arrive?

Cairns to Yamba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Yamba?

Yamba is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 10:11 in Cairns and 11:11 in Yamba.

Can I drive from Cairns to Yamba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Yamba is 2092 km. It takes approximately 24h 23m to drive from Cairns to Yamba.

Where can I stay near Yamba?

There are 550+ hotels available in Yamba. Prices start at $75.68 per night.
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