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Townsville to Cairns Central

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Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Townsville to Cairns Central?

The cheapest way to get from Townsville to Cairns Central is to bus which costs $30.43 - $41.30 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Townsville to Cairns Central is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs $97.83 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Townsville and Cairns Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Cairns Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Townsville to Cairns Central?

The distance between Townsville and Cairns Central is 300 km. The road distance is 344.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Townsville to Cairns Central without a car is to bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $30.43 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Townsville to Cairns Central, including transfers.

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

Townsville to Cairns Central bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Townsville station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Townsville to Cairns Central?

The best way to get from Townsville to Cairns Central is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs $97.83 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $41.30 and takes 5h 41m, you could also train, which costs $10.87 - $815.22 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Townsville to Cairns Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Townsville to Cairns Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Townsville to Cairns Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Townsville to Cairns Central is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Townsville 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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