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2974 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Lakes Entrance to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 974 km)
34 h 32 min
2974 km.
from $163
Other
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
11 h 25 min
2340 km.
from $206.82
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 4 h 34 min
2340 km.
from $267.11
Bus
2 d 8 h
2340 km.
from $433.52
Bus, Plane (Bus to Canberra International Airport)
13 h 53 min
2340 km.
from $260.41
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
14 h 3 min
2340 km.
from $301.38
Bus, Plane (Bus to Merimbula Airport)
14 h 27 min
2340 km.
from $507.14
Train
2 d 11 h 11 min
2340 km.
from $2050.43
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 14 h 33 min
2340 km.
from $253.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$13.89
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.81

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.10–$69.47
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Post Office/Princes Hwy to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.04–$24.00
Bus from Post Office/Princes Hwy to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.04–$24.00
Bus from Post Office/Princes Hwy to Bennet
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.53–$17.68

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$189.46
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.16–$54.31
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.84–$45.47

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$366.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$429.45

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$593.66
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$467.35–$694.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.99–$404.19
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$328.41
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$757.86
Plane from Merimbula Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.47–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bairnsdale to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.81–$7.58

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$59.37–$4,287.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $97.83 - $293.48 and takes 11h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 11h 25m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Lakes Entrance and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakes Entrance to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Post Office/Princes Hwy and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

How far is it from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

The distance between Lakes Entrance and Cairns is 2654 km. The road distance is 2942.5 km.

How do I travel from Lakes Entrance to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $65.22 - $3804.35 .

How long does it take to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

It takes approximately 11h 25m to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Cairns bus from?

Lakes Entrance to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Post Office/Princes Hwy station.

Train or bus from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $217.39 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $3913.04 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Cairns bus arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.

What is the time difference between Lakes Entrance and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Lakes Entrance. It is currently 20:33 in Lakes Entrance and 19:33 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Lakes Entrance to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakes Entrance to Cairns is 2943 km. It takes approximately 34h 12m to drive from Lakes Entrance to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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