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26 h 49 min
2292 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Newcastle to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 292 km)
26 h 49 min
2292 km.
from $126
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Train
38 h 8 min
1878 km.
from $2030.87
Bus via Brisbane
45 h 7 min
1878 km.
from $252.24
Train, Plane
8 h 4 min
1878 km.
from $202.51
Bus
46 h 5 min
1878 km.
from $299.76

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:
$9.78–$25.00
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.24–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91

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:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
15h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$760.87
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Cairns Central Station via King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 8m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Cairns?

The distance between Newcastle and Cairns is 1902 km. The road distance is 2291.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 38h 8m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Newcastle to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Cairns bus from?

Newcastle to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Cairns train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle to Cairns?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 38h 8m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $195.65 - $347.83 and takes 45h 7m.

Where does the Newcastle to Cairns bus arrive?

Newcastle to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Newcastle. It is currently 14:52 in Newcastle and 13:52 in Cairns.

Where does the Newcastle to Cairns train arrive?

Newcastle to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Cairns is 2291 km. It takes approximately 27h 4m to drive from Newcastle 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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