How to Travel from
Macksville to Cairns
by Route or Car
Nine ways to Travel from Macksville to Cairns
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Cheapest
By car (2 151 km)
25 h 28 min
2151 km.
from $118
Other
Bus, Plane (Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport)
9 h 32 min
1695 km.
from $399.02
Train
32 h 39 min
1694 km.
from $2022.48
Bus via Lismore
38 h 49 min
1694 km.
from $180.17
Bus, Plane (Bus)
9 h 58 min
1695 km.
from $302.20
Bus, Plane (Bus to Armidale)
11 h 6 min
1695 km.
from $329.78
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
11 h 34 min
1695 km.
from $173.21
Train, Plane (Train to Newcastle Airport)
12 h 4 min
1695 km.
from $265.74
Bus
41 h 59 min
1694 km.
from $469.02
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Macksville Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
6h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Train from Macksville Station to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.95–$16.42
Bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$11.37
Bus from Winifred St At Cooper St to Smith
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.55
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Nambucca Heads to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$55.58–$119.99
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35
Busways
Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St to Toormina
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.68–$6.95
Bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.93–$6.32
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Macksville to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.05–$39.16
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$189.46
Dorrigo Transit
Bus from Urunga Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.58–$75.79
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$454.72
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$505.24
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$1,073.63
Plane from Port Macquarie to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$947.32
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$947.32
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$568.39
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$884.17
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$543.13
Plane from Port Macquarie to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$618.92
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$517.87
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$505.24
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$568.39
Train operators
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:
$60.63–$4,467.19
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Macksville to Cairns?
The cheapest way to get from Macksville to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $81.52 - $369.57 and takes 11h 34m.
What is the fastest way to get from Macksville to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Macksville to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 9h 32m and costs $304.35 - $760.87 .
Is there a direct bus between Macksville and Cairns?
No, there is no direct bus from Macksville to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Macksville and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 49m.
Is there a direct train between Macksville and Cairns?
No, there is no direct train from Macksville station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Macksville Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 39m.
How far is it from Macksville to Cairns?
The distance between Macksville and Cairns is 1745 km. The road distance is 2213.1 km.
How do I travel from Macksville to Cairns without a car?
The best way to get from Macksville to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 32h 39m and costs $54.35 - $4021.74 .
How long does it take to get from Macksville to Cairns?
It takes approximately 9h 32m to get from Macksville to Cairns, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Macksville to Cairns bus from?
Macksville to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Macksville station.
Where do I catch the Macksville to Cairns train from?
Macksville to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Macksville Station.
Train or bus from Macksville to Cairns?
The best way to get from Macksville to Cairns is to train which takes 32h 39m and costs $54.35 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus via Lismore, which costs $141.30 - $206.52 and takes 38h 49m.
Where does the Macksville to Cairns bus arrive?
Macksville to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.
What is the time difference between Macksville and Cairns?
Cairns is 1h behind Macksville. It is currently 21:07 in Macksville and 20:07 in Cairns.
Where does the Macksville to Cairns train arrive?
Macksville to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.
Can I drive from Macksville to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Macksville to Cairns is 2213 km. It takes approximately 25h 59m to drive from Macksville to Cairns.
Where can I stay near Cairns?
There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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