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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:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ararat station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$369.57

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$543.48
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$413.04

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Melton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.78–$6.52
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52
Train from Ararat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$59.78
Train from Ararat to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$48.91–$141.30

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 55m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Ararat to Cairns?

The distance between Ararat and Cairns is 2529 km. The road distance is 2905.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $108.70 - $4239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Ararat to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Cairns bus from?

Ararat to Cairns bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Cairns train from?

Ararat to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat station.

Train or bus from Ararat to Cairns?

The best way to get from Ararat to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 12h and costs $271.74 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $4239.13 and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the Ararat to Cairns bus arrive?

Ararat to Cairns bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ararat and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Ararat. It is currently 00:15 in Ararat and 23:15 in Cairns.

Where does the Ararat to Cairns train arrive?

Ararat to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Cairns is 2906 km. It takes approximately 34h 6m to drive from Ararat 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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