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Seven ways to Travel from Parkes to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 273 km)
26 h 6 min
2273 km.
from $125
Other
Plane
7 h 41 min
1817 km.
from $299.26
Train
47 h 57 min
1818 km.
from $1936.53
Train, Bus
2 d 4 h 47 min
1816 km.
from $232
Bus, Plane
9 h
1817 km.
from $357.86
Train, Plane
12 h 25 min
1817 km.
from $207.72
Bus
2 d 5 h 7 min
1816 km.
from $419.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$16.42
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84
Train from Parkes Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.32–$13.89
Train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.32
Train from Parkes Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$16.42
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$6.95
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Orange
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.84

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:
$88.42–$214.73

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:
$126.31–$189.46

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Orange to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.89–$53.05

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$555.76
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$543.13

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$884.17
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$1,073.63
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$593.66

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$606.29
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$492.61

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:
$59.37–$4,287.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $119.57 - $217.39 and takes 2 days 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs $141.30 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Orange, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Parkes station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 57m.

How far is it from Parkes to Cairns?

The distance between Parkes and Cairns is 1985 km. The road distance is 2241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 47h 57m and costs $65.22 - $3804.35 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Parkes to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Parkes to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Cairns?

The best way to get from Parkes to Cairns is to train which takes 47h 57m and costs $65.22 - $3804.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $402.17 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Parkes to Cairns bus arrive?

Parkes to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Parkes. It is currently 17:10 in Parkes and 16:10 in Cairns.

Where does the Parkes to Cairns train arrive?

Parkes to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Parkes to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Cairns is 2242 km. It takes approximately 25h 43m to drive from Parkes 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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