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How to Travel from

Cairns to Perth

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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
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$36.89

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

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
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Hornsby
Ave. Duration:
16h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

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

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
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–$6,105.54
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Perth
Ave. Duration:
42h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,526.39–$4,833.55

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

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 Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Perth is to fly which costs $217.39 - $521.74 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $217.39 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Perth. 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 Perth?

The distance between Cairns and Perth is 3452 km. The road distance is 5250.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Perth without a car is to train which takes 4 days 19h and costs $1521.74 - $9239.13 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Perth train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Perth?

The best way to get from Cairns to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $217.39 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1521.74 - $9239.13 and takes 4 days 19h. There are no good options to bus between Cairns to Perth.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Perth?

Perth is 2h behind Cairns. It is currently 01:06 in Cairns and 23:06 in Perth.

Where does the Cairns to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Perth?

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

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Perth. Prices start at $74.13 per night.
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