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Maclean to Cairns

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23 h 42 min
1985 km.
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Eleven ways to Travel from Maclean to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (1 985 km)
23 h 42 min
1985 km.
from $109
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Other
Rideshare
23 h 42 min
1985 km.
from $25.89
Bus, Plane (Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport)
10 h 1 min
1585 km.
from $390.33
Bus, Train
34 h 30 min
1585 km.
from $260.45
Bus via Byron Bay
37 h 23 min
1586 km.
from $191.52
Bus, Plane (Bus)
9 h 27 min
1585 km.
from $256.39
Bus, Plane (Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport)
11 h 48 min
1585 km.
from $295.63
Train, Plane
10 h 46 min
1585 km.
from $194.41
Bus, Plane (Bus)
12 h 53 min
1585 km.
from $356.10
Bus
37 h 42 min
1586 km.
from $414.30

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Grafton Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$12.08
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Maclean to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$36.89
Bus from Maclean to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$30.53
Bus from Maclean to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.16–$76.32
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from MacLean to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.44
Bus from MacLean to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.80–$44.52
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80
Bus from MacLean to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$27.98

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Urunga Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$53.42–$76.32

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.43–$47.06
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$36.89

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.25–$51.08

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$521.52
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$445.20

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,081.19
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$521.52
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$534.23
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$953.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$546.95
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$890.39
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$496.08
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$559.67

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:
$59.78–$4,317.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Maclean to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Maclean to Cairns is to bus via Byron Bay which costs $119.57 - $239.13 and takes 37h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maclean to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Maclean to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 9h 27m and costs $141.30 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Maclean and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Maclean to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Maclean and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 23m.

How far is it from Maclean to Cairns?

The distance between Maclean and Cairns is 1810 km. The road distance is 2083.2 km.

How do I travel from Maclean to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Maclean to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 34h 30m and costs $76.09 - $3804.35 .

How long does it take to get from Maclean to Cairns?

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Maclean to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maclean to Cairns bus from?

Maclean to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Maclean station.

Where does the Maclean to Cairns bus arrive?

Maclean to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Byron Bay station.

What is the time difference between Maclean and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Maclean. It is currently 20:00 in Maclean and 19:00 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Maclean to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Maclean to Cairns is 2083 km. It takes approximately 24h 16m to drive from Maclean 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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