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Rockhampton to Cairns Central

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By car (1 065 km)
13 h 8 min
1065 km.
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13 h 8 min
1065 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 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 Central?

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Cairns Central is to bus which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 16h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Cairns Central is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Cairns Central?

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

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton and Cairns Central?

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 to Cairns Central?

The distance between Rockhampton and Cairns Central is 888 km. The road distance is 1068.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Cairns Central without a car is to train which takes 16h 17m and costs $33.70 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Rockhampton to Cairns Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Cairns Central bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Cairns Central train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rockhampton to Cairns Central?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Cairns Central is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $33.70 - $2391.30 and takes 16h 17m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 16h 36m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Cairns Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rockhampton to Cairns Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Cairns Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Cairns Central is 1068 km. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Rockhampton to Cairns Central.

Where can I stay near Cairns Central?

There are 828+ hotels available in Cairns Central. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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