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Sunshine Coast to Cairns

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19 h 47 min
1612 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Sunshine Coast to Cairns

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By car (1 612 km)
19 h 47 min
1612 km.
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Rideshare
19 h 47 min
1612 km.
from $21.03
Bus, Train
8 h 40 min
1306 km.
from $169.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.68
Bus from David Low Way at Mount Coolum to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.39–$2.15
Bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.02–$2.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Noosa Junction to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
27h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$176.83–$442.08

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Noosa Heads Junction to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
27h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$176.83

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$454.72

Qantas

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

Virgin Australia

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

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
23h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$58.10–$4,185.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns is to bus which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 28h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Beach and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Noosa Heads Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 33m.

Is there a direct flight between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Cairns?

Yes, there are direct flights between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Cairns; these take 2h 20m and cost $103.26 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Cairns is 1337 km. The road distance is 1743 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 23h 51m and costs $81.52 - $3804.35 .

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns bus from?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Noosa Heads Junction station.

Train, bus or fly from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $3804.35 and takes 23h 51m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 28h 33m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Cairns is 1743 km. It takes approximately 20h 53m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) 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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