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19 h 34 min
1656 km.
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Scarborough, Australia → Cairns, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Scarborough to Cairns

Composite routes from Scarborough to Cairns

Cheapest
19 h 34 min
Car
1656 km.
from $91
Other
6 h 7 min
Train, Plane
1370 km.
from $164.92
8 h 37 min
Train, Plane
1370 km.
from $230.90

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Translink
Website
45 min
Every 30 minutes
$1.85–$2.61
13 12 30
13 12 30
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
30h
Once daily
$163.04–$402.17
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
28h 50m
Once daily
$108.70–$163.04
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$70.65–$391.30
Qantas
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$70.65–$489.13
Virgin Australia
Website
2h 25m
Every day
$92.39–$434.78
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
24h 30m
4 times a week
$52.17–$3,727.74
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Cairns is to bus which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 30h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $81.52 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Scarborough Rd at Griffith Road and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Kippa-Ring station, stop A and Burpengary Bruce Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 57m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Cairns?

The distance between Scarborough and Cairns is 1445 km. The road distance is 1820.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 26h 44m and costs $54.35 - $3804.35 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Scarborough to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Cairns bus from?

Scarborough to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Burpengary Bruce Highway station.

Train, bus or fly from Scarborough to Cairns?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Cairns is to train which takes 26h 44m and costs $54.35 - $3804.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 30h 57m. There are no good options to fly between Scarborough to Cairns.

Where does the Scarborough to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scarborough to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Cairns is 1820 km. It takes approximately 21h 42m to drive from Scarborough 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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