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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Scarborough to Cairns

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Kippa-Ring station, platform 1 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.15–$3.03
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$454.72
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$568.39
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$505.24
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$884.17

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Caboolture to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
24h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.63–$4,331.83

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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