How to Travel from
Grafton to Cairns
by Route or Car
Seventeen ways to Travel from Grafton to Cairns
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 070 km)
24 h 7 min
2070 km.
from $113
Other
Bus, Plane (Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport)
9 h 26 min
1595 km.
from $410.03
Train (Train)
30 h 24 min
1596 km.
from $2019.39
Train, Bus (Train)
35 h 4 min
1596 km.
from $374.83
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
9 h 19 min
1595 km.
from $170.27
Train, Plane (Train)
10 h 16 min
1595 km.
from $253.73
Train, Plane (Train)
12 h 16 min
1595 km.
from $331.30
Train, Plane (Train)
12 h 43 min
1595 km.
from $306.60
Bus (Bus)
37 h 29 min
1596 km.
from $211.76
Bus, Plane (Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport)
9 h 26 min
1595 km.
from $410.03
Train (Train)
30 h 24 min
1596 km.
from $2019.39
Train, Bus (Train)
35 h 4 min
1596 km.
from $374.83
Train, Plane (Train to Brisbane Airport)
9 h 19 min
1595 km.
from $170.27
Train, Plane (Train)
10 h 16 min
1595 km.
from $253.73
Train, Plane (Train)
12 h 16 min
1595 km.
from $331.30
Train, Plane (Train)
12 h 43 min
1595 km.
from $306.60
Bus (Bus)
37 h 29 min
1596 km.
from $211.76
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:
$6.23–$12.72
Train from Grafton Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.00
Train from Grafton Station to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.63
Train from Grafton Station to Kempsey
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$9.54
Bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Station
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.83
Bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$11.45
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$470.64
Busways
Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.96–$6.36
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Grafton City South to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$22.90
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Dorrigo Transit
Bus from Urunga Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.97–$76.32
Byron Easy Bus
Bus from Bangalow Trainlink to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$35.62
Ballina Buslines
Bus from Prince St At Fitzroy St to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.32–$5.47
Northern Rivers Buslines
Bus from Prince St At Fitzroy St to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.82–$5.34
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$1,081.19
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$953.99
Plane from Port Macquarie to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
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 Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$890.39
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$521.52
Plane from Port Macquarie to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$623.27
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 Grafton to Cairns?
The cheapest way to get from Grafton to Cairns is to bus which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 37h 29m.
What is the fastest way to get from Grafton to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Grafton to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 9h 19m and costs $81.52 - $369.57 .
Is there a direct bus between Grafton and Cairns?
No, there is no direct bus from Grafton to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Prince St At Fitzroy St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 29m.
Is there a direct train between Grafton and Cairns?
No, there is no direct train from Grafton station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Grafton Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 24m.
How far is it from Grafton to Cairns?
The distance between Grafton and Cairns is 1765 km. The road distance is 2074.1 km.
How do I travel from Grafton to Cairns without a car?
The best way to get from Grafton to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 30h 24m and costs $54.35 - $4021.74 .
How long does it take to get from Grafton to Cairns?
It takes approximately 9h 26m to get from Grafton to Cairns, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Grafton to Cairns bus from?
Grafton to Cairns bus services, operated by Northern Rivers Buslines, depart from Prince St At Fitzroy St station.
Where do I catch the Grafton to Cairns train from?
Grafton to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Grafton Station.
Train or bus from Grafton to Cairns?
The best way to get from Grafton to Cairns is to train which takes 30h 24m and costs $54.35 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 37h 29m.
Where does the Grafton to Cairns bus arrive?
Grafton to Cairns bus services, operated by Northern Rivers Buslines, arrive at Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St station.
What is the time difference between Grafton and Cairns?
Cairns is 1h behind Grafton. It is currently 23:13 in Grafton and 22:13 in Cairns.
Where does the Grafton to Cairns train arrive?
Grafton to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.
Can I drive from Grafton to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Grafton to Cairns is 2074 km. It takes approximately 24h 23m to drive from Grafton 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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