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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lithgow to Cairns

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Sydney Trains
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Intercity Train
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Queensland Rail Travel
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Sydney Trains
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51 min
Every 30 minutes
$3.31–$5.72
131 500
131 500
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Intercity Train
Website
2h 33m
Twice daily
$12.08–$17.81
131 500
131 500
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Queensland Rail Travel
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25h 20m
4 times a week
$59.78–$4,317.23
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Transport for NSW
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Greyhound Australia
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Premier Motor Service
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Australia Wide Coaches
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Transport for NSW
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2h 37m
Every 3 hours
$4.58–$7.63
131 500
131 500
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Greyhound Australia
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14h
3 times a day
$89.04–$216.24
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
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29h 30m
Once daily
$127.20–$190.80
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Australia Wide Coaches
Website
2h 30m
6 times a week
$26.71–$36.89
02 9516 1300
02 9516 1300
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Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
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5h
Monday to Friday
$152.64–$559.67
Qantas
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6h 40m
Every day
$152.64–$890.39
Virgin Australia
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5h 42m
Monday to Thursday
$190.80–$610.55

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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