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28 h 11 min
2410 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Penrith to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 410 km)
28 h 11 min
2410 km.
from $132
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Plane to Cairns
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Other
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
6 h 32 min
1933 km.
from $200.72
Train
41 h 52 min
1932 km.
from $2039.58
Train, Bus
46 h 2 min
1932 km.
from $231.98
Plane
8 h 57 min
1933 km.
from $334.35
Train, Plane (Train)
9 h 4 min
1933 km.
from $261.65
Bus
47 h 48 min
1934 km.
from $388.87

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Penrith Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.95
Train from Penrith Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.28–$5.81

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:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Penrith Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.31
Train from Penrith Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.21

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:
$94.73–$227.36

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:
$138.94–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$568.39
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$593.66
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$505.24

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$618.92
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$1,010.48
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$884.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$517.87
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$631.55
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$568.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 46h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station, Stand D and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Parramatta Station, Stand A3, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 52m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cairns?

The distance between Penrith and Cairns is 2042 km. The road distance is 2409.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 52m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Penrith to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cairns bus from?

Penrith to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Cairns?

The best way to get from Penrith to Cairns is to train which takes 41h 52m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $195.65 - $369.57 and takes 47h 48m.

Where does the Penrith to Cairns bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Penrith and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Penrith. It is currently 21:01 in Penrith and 20:01 in Cairns.

Where does the Penrith to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cairns is 2410 km. It takes approximately 28h 26m to drive from Penrith 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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