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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rockhampton to Cairns

Composite routes from Rockhampton to Cairns

Cheapest
13 h 8 min
Car
1066 km.
from $58

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 to Cairns?

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton 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 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.

Is there a direct flight between Rockhampton and Cairns?

There are no direct flights between Rockhampton and Cairns. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h 35m and costs $70.65 - $336.96 .

How far is it from Rockhampton to Cairns?

The distance between Rockhampton and Cairns is 885 km. The road distance is 1068.9 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Cairns train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rockhampton to Cairns?

The best way to get from Rockhampton 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 16m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rockhampton to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Cairns?

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