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Maroochydore to Cairns

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Five ways to Travel from Maroochydore to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (1 626 km)
19 h 56 min
1626 km.
from $89
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Rideshare
19 h 56 min
1626 km.
from $21.21
Train, Plane
7 h 39 min
1320 km.
from $167.59
Bus, Train
8 h 46 min
1319 km.
from $246.60

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.68
Train from Roma Street to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$176.83–$442.08
Bus from Maroochydore to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$29.05

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$454.72
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$568.39
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$505.24
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$884.17

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
23h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$58.10–$4,185.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Maroochydore to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $81.52 - $358.70 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maroochydore to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Maroochydore and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h.

How far is it from Maroochydore to Cairns?

The distance between Maroochydore and Cairns is 1336 km. The road distance is 1756.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Maroochydore to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 25h 9m and costs $51.09 - $3695.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Maroochydore to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maroochydore to Cairns bus from?

Maroochydore to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue station.

Train, bus or fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

The best way to get from Maroochydore to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $51.09 - $3695.65 and takes 25h 9m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $380.43 and takes 28h.

Where does the Maroochydore to Cairns bus arrive?

Maroochydore to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Maroochydore to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Maroochydore to Cairns is 1757 km. It takes approximately 21h 1m to drive from Maroochydore 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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