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27 h 23 min
2333 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Nelson Bay to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 333 km)
27 h 23 min
2333 km.
from $128
Other
Bus, Train (Bus)
40 h 43 min
1868 km.
from $264.70
Bus (Bus)
47 h 47 min
1869 km.
from $374.02
Bus, Train (Bus)
9 h 45 min
1868 km.
from $205.67
Bus via Newcastle (Bus via Newcastle)
2 d 43 min
1868 km.
from $216.74
Bus, Train (Bus)
40 h 43 min
1868 km.
from $264.70
Bus (Bus)
47 h 47 min
1869 km.
from $374.02
Bus, Train (Bus)
9 h 45 min
1868 km.
from $205.67
Bus via Newcastle (Bus via Newcastle)
2 d 43 min
1868 km.
from $216.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
11h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$29.07
Train from Hamilton Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.85

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.46–$202.20

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:
$139.01–$189.57
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
15h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.19–$94.78

Port Stephens Coaches

Phone:
+61 0(2) 4982 2940
Email:
Website:
pscoaches.com.au/
Bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.91–$4.04
Bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.91–$4.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.01–$505.51
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$568.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.01–$884.64
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$619.25

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$568.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$518.14

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:
$60.66–$4,469.55

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns is to bus and train and fly which costs $103.26 - $358.70 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 47m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Cairns is 1922 km. The road distance is 2329.3 km.

How do I travel from Nelson Bay to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 40h 43m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

How long does it take to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson Bay to Cairns bus from?

Nelson Bay to Cairns bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Donald St At Stockton St station.

Bus or fly from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $347.83 and takes 47h 47m.

Where does the Nelson Bay to Cairns bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Cairns bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St station.

What is the time difference between Nelson Bay and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Nelson Bay. It is currently 12:31 in Nelson Bay and 11:31 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Cairns is 2329 km. It takes approximately 27h 34m to drive from Nelson Bay 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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