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Five ways to Travel from Ballarat to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (2 829 km)
33 h 42 min
2829 km.
from $155
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Bus, Plane
7 h
2302 km.
from $255.89
Bus
2 d 11 h 17 min
2300 km.
from $541.57
Train
2 d 7 h 12 min
2300 km.
from $2045.87

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:
$10.33–$28.26

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

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:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

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:
$108.70–$163.04

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$315.22

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$510.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$347.83

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:
$39.13–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

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:
$51.09–$3,689.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Cairns is to bus and fly which costs $108.70 - $293.48 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 7h and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat 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 11h.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Ballarat to Cairns?

The distance between Ballarat and Cairns is 2440 km. The road distance is 2830 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $103.26 - $3913.04 .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Ballarat to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Cairns?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $250 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $3913.04 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Ballarat to Cairns bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 19:06 in Ballarat and 18:06 in Cairns.

Where does the Ballarat to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Cairns is 2830 km. It takes approximately 33h 45m to drive from Ballarat to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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