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Eight ways to Travel from Lithgow to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 325 km)
26 h 51 min
2325 km.
from $127
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Plane
7 h 39 min
1891 km.
from $299.40
Train
43 h 52 min
1890 km.
from $1930.57
Bus
2 d 2 min
1890 km.
from $399.36
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
8 h 21 min
1891 km.
from $202.83
Train, Plane (Train)
11 h 4 min
1891 km.
from $252.17
Train, Bus
2 d 12 min
1892 km.
from $226.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Emu Plains Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.83–$4.89

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Lithgow Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

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:
$51.09–$3,689.22

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Lithgow Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.91–$6.52
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$28.26
Train from Lithgow Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.02–$7.07
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.91–$7.07
Train from Lithgow Station to Emu
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.43
Train from Emu Plains Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.35

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:
$76.09–$184.78

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:
$108.70–$163.04

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Lithgow to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.83–$31.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$467.39
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$760.87
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$510.87
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$521.74
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$423.91
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$467.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $119.57 - $206.52 and takes 2 days 0h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $141.30 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Lithgow and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Lithgow and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Lithgow station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 52m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Cairns?

The distance between Lithgow and Cairns is 1986 km. The road distance is 2326.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 43h 52m and costs $65.22 - $3804.35 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Lithgow to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Cairns bus from?

Lithgow to Cairns bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Lithgow station.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Cairns train from?

Lithgow to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Lithgow Station.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Cairns?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Cairns is to train which takes 43h 52m and costs $65.22 - $3804.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $380.43 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Lithgow to Cairns bus arrive?

Lithgow to Cairns bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Lithgow and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Lithgow. It is currently 20:57 in Lithgow and 19:57 in Cairns.

Where does the Lithgow to Cairns train arrive?

Lithgow to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Cairns is 2327 km. It takes approximately 27h 8m to drive from Lithgow 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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