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2307 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Forbes to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 307 km)
26 h 33 min
2307 km.
from $126
Other
Plane
7 h 53 min
1843 km.
from $324.21
Train
2 d 1 h 25 min
1842 km.
from $2049.98
Bus, Train
2 d 4 h 13 min
1843 km.
from $209.27
Bus, Plane
9 h 24 min
1843 km.
from $359.16
Bus
2 d 4 h 42 min
1844 km.
from $442.87

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.63–$17.81
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to 4612
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27
Bus from Forbes Station, Coach Stop to Orange
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.27

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Lucknow to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.89–$52.15
Bus from Orange to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.43–$54.70

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,017.59
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$1,081.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$635.99
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59

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:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Forbes to Cairns is to bus and train which costs $152.17 - $250 and takes 2 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Forbes to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 7h 53m and costs $152.17 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Forbes and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbes station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Forbes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Orange, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Forbes to Cairns?

The distance between Forbes and Cairns is 2003 km. The road distance is 2274.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Forbes to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 2 days 1h and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Forbes to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbes to Cairns bus from?

Forbes to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Forbes Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Forbes to Cairns?

The best way to get from Forbes to Cairns is to train which takes 2 days 1h and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $423.91 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Forbes to Cairns bus arrive?

Forbes to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Forbes and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Forbes. It is currently 15:16 in Forbes and 14:16 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Forbes to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbes to Cairns is 2274 km. It takes approximately 26h 7m to drive from Forbes 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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