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23 h 56 min
2056 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Tamworth to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 056 km)
23 h 56 min
2056 km.
from $113
Other
Bus, Train
37 h 35 min
1658 km.
from $334.32
Bus via Tenterfield
42 h 18 min
1658 km.
from $197.02
Bus, Plane
8 h 10 min
1658 km.
from $307.34
Bus
44 h 39 min
1659 km.
from $586.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Urunga Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13
Bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$5.98
Bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Manners
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$8.70
Bus from St Josephs Primary School, Scott St to St
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.02

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$86.96
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17

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

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Tamworth Station to Urunga
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$70.65–$97.83
Bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$30.43–$40.22
Bus from Tamworth Station to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$108.70

Crisps Coaches

Phone:
+61 (07) 4661 8333
Email:
Website:
crisps.com.au/
Bus from Stanthorpe to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$86.96

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$815.22

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$402.17
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$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 Tamworth to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Tamworth to Cairns is to bus via Tenterfield which costs $141.30 - $271.74 and takes 42h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamworth to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 10m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Tamworth and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamworth station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Armidale Station, Coach Stop, St Josephs Primary School, Scott St, Stanthorpe and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 18m.

How far is it from Tamworth to Cairns?

The distance between Tamworth and Cairns is 1677 km. The road distance is 2056.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamworth to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 37h 35m and costs $130.43 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Tamworth to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamworth to Cairns bus from?

Tamworth to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop.

Bus or fly from Tamworth to Cairns?

The best way to get from Tamworth to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 10m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Tenterfield, which costs $141.30 - $271.74 and takes 42h 18m.

Where does the Tamworth to Cairns bus arrive?

Tamworth to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Armidale Station, Coach Stop.

What is the time difference between Tamworth and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Tamworth. It is currently 22:10 in Tamworth and 21:10 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Tamworth to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamworth to Cairns is 2057 km. It takes approximately 24h 10m to drive from Tamworth 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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