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2490 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Wollongong to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 490 km)
29 h 3 min
2490 km.
from $136
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Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
6 h 34 min
2010 km.
from $201.17
Train
42 h 51 min
2010 km.
from $2040.39
Bus
47 h 30 min
2010 km.
from $406.50
Train, Plane (Train)
10 h 9 min
2010 km.
from $262.97
Train, Bus
2 d 3 h 32 min
2010 km.
from $318.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Wollongong Station to Wolli
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.00
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.24–$7.61

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:
$81.52–$195.65

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Wollongong to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$19.57
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

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

Qantas

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

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Wollongong to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$402.17
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13

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 Wollongong to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongong to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 51m.

How far is it from Wollongong to Cairns?

The distance between Wollongong and Cairns is 2054 km. The road distance is 2487.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongong to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 42h 51m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Wollongong to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Cairns bus from?

Wollongong to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Wollongong station.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Cairns train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wollongong to Cairns?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Cairns is to train which takes 42h 51m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $380.43 and takes 47h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $130.43 - $413.04 and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Wollongong to Cairns bus arrive?

Wollongong to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Wollongong and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Wollongong. It is currently 22:23 in Wollongong and 21:23 in Cairns.

Where does the Wollongong to Cairns train arrive?

Wollongong to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wollongong to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Cairns is 2488 km. It takes approximately 29h 17m to drive from Wollongong 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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