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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mckinlay to Cairns

Composite routes from Mckinlay to Cairns

Cheapest
12 h 23 min
Car
951 km.
from $52
Other
6 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
673 km.
from $212.77
26 h 13 min
Bus, Train
673 km.
from $221.46
19 h 9 min
672 km.
from $231.13
7 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
673 km.
from $215.11
7 h 48 min
Bus, Plane
673 km.
from $373.64
12 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
673 km.
from $252.99
20 h 17 min
Bus, Train
673 km.
from $184.72

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 2
Qantas
Website
Regional Express
Website
Qantas
Website
4h 40m
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
$152.64–$496.08
Regional Express
Website
3h
Wednesday to Friday
$101.76–$330.72
Bus operators
Found: 2
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
1h 5m
5 times a week
$17.81–$29.26
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
Website
5h 40m
Once daily
$35.62–$48.34
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
16h 25m
Twice a week
$29.26–$2,124.45
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from McKinlay to Cairns is to bus which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 19h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from McKinlay to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between McKinlay and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from McKinlay to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from McKinlay and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Cloncurry and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 9m.

How far is it from McKinlay to Cairns?

The distance between McKinlay and Cairns is 813 km. The road distance is 1091.9 km.

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

The best way to get from McKinlay to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 19h 9m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from McKinlay to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McKinlay to Cairns bus from?

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

Where does the McKinlay to Cairns bus arrive?

McKinlay to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cloncurry station.

Can I drive from McKinlay to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between McKinlay to Cairns is 1092 km. It takes approximately 12h 55m to drive from McKinlay 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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