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28 h 7 min
2415 km.
from $132
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Six ways to Travel from Sydney Cbd to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 415 km)
28 h 7 min
2415 km.
from $132
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Train
41 h 32 min
1960 km.
from $2037.89
Bus via Brisbane
45 h 35 min
1960 km.
from $264.20
Train, Plane
8 h 39 min
1960 km.
from $261.05
Bus
2 d 2 h 11 min
1960 km.
from $316.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10
Train from Epping Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.21

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$138.94–$189.46
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$568.39
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$505.24

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$618.92
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$884.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$517.87
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$568.39

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns is to fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 32m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Cairns is 1990 km. The road distance is 2412.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 32m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Cairns train from?

Sydney CBD to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 41h 32m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $195.65 - $369.57 and takes 45h 35m.

What is the time difference between Sydney CBD and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Sydney CBD. It is currently 10:28 in Sydney CBD and 09:28 in Cairns.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Cairns train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Cairns is 2412 km. It takes approximately 28h 20m to drive from Sydney CBD 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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