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24 h 24 min
2116 km.
from $116
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Macksville, Australia → Cairns, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Macksville to Cairns

Composite routes from Macksville to Cairns

Cheapest
24 h 24 min
Car
2116 km.
from $116
Other
9 h 32 min
Bus, Plane
1695 km.
from $399.02
32 h 39 min
1694 km.
from $2022.48
38 h 49 min
1694 km.
from $180.17
9 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
1695 km.
from $302.20
11 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
1695 km.
from $329.78
11 h 34 min
Train, Plane
1695 km.
from $173.21
12 h 4 min
Train, Plane
1695 km.
from $265.74
41 h 59 min
1694 km.
from $469.02

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Transport for NSW
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Greyhound Australia
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Busways
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Premier Motor Service
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Dorrigo Transit
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Transport for NSW
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6h 19m
Twice daily
$7.58–$17.68
131 500
131 500
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Greyhound Australia
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9h 40m
Twice daily
$55.58–$119.99
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Busways
Website
1h 3m
Every 2 hours
$5.68–$6.95
1300 692 929
1300 692 929
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Premier Motor Service
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4h 20m
Once daily
$29.05–$39.16
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Dorrigo Transit
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3h
3 times a week
$55.58–$75.79
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
[email protected]
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Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$82.10–$454.72
Qantas
Website
7h 1m
Monday to Saturday
$176.83–$1,073.63
Virgin Australia
Website
7h
Monday to Friday
$164.20–$543.13
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
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25h 20m
4 times a week
$60.63–$4,467.19
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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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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