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1066 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$521.74

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$239.13

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$103.26

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.70–$2,396.41

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns is to bus which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 16h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rockhampton George Street and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

The distance between Rockhampton (Station) and Cairns is 885 km. The road distance is 1069.1 km.

How do I travel from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 16h 33m and costs $33.70 - $2391.30 .

How long does it take to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns bus from?

Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rockhampton George Street station.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns train from?

Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train, bus or fly from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $33.70 - $2391.30 and takes 16h 33m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns bus arrive?

Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

What is the time difference between Rockhampton (Station) and Cairns?

It is currently 08:33 at both, Rockhampton (Station) and Cairns.

Where does the Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns train arrive?

Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton (Station) to Cairns is 1069 km. It takes approximately 14h 15m to drive from Rockhampton (Station) 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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