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How to Travel from

Cairns to Perth Airport

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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

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$76.32

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

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
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Perth
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$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
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Perth
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$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

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 Airport (PER)?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which costs $217.39 - $521.74 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER)?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $217.39 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Perth Airport (PER)?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Perth Airport (PER). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Airport Central Stn Platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Sydney Central Station and Perth Stn Platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 19h.

How far is it from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER)?

The distance between Cairns and Perth Airport (PER) is 3438 km. The road distance is 5241.3 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) 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 Airport (PER)?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) train from?

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

Train or fly from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER)?

The best way to get from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $217.39 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1521.74 - $9239.13 and takes 4 days 19h.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Perth Airport (PER)?

Perth Airport (PER) is 2h behind Cairns. It is currently 03:46 in Cairns and 01:46 in Perth Airport (PER).

Where does the Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Perth Airport (PER) is 5241 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Cairns to Perth Airport (PER).

Where can I stay near Perth Airport (PER)?

There are 962+ hotels available in Perth Airport (PER). Prices start at $74.13 per night.
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