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Mackay to Cairns

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$618.92

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$631.55

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$189.46

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.89–$88.42

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
11h 27m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.26–$1,842.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $81.52 - $119.57 and takes 12h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $184.78 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

The distance between Mackay (Region) and Cairns is 627 km. The road distance is 719.3 km.

How do I travel from Mackay (Region) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 11h 47m and costs $52.17 - $1739.13 .

How long does it take to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Mackay (Region) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $184.78 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $52.17 - $1739.13 and takes 11h 47m, you could also bus, which costs $97.83 - $206.52 and takes 12h 27m.

Can I drive from Mackay (Region) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay (Region) to Cairns is 719 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Mackay (Region) to Cairns.

Which airlines fly from Mackay Airport to Cairns Airport?

Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Mackay Airport to Cairns Airport.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

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