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Frankston to Cairns

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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:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Frankston to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.13

Metropolitan Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au
Bus from Frankston to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

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:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Frankston to Flinders
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.87

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:
$48.34–$178.08
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.06–$178.08

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:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $97.83 - $282.61 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $97.83 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, 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 Frankston and Cairns?

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

How far is it from Frankston to Cairns?

The distance between Frankston and Cairns is 2386 km. The road distance is 2866 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $103.26 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Frankston to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Cairns bus from?

Frankston to Cairns bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Cairns train from?

Frankston to Cairns train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Frankston station.

Train or bus from Frankston to Cairns?

The best way to get from Frankston to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 12h and costs $260.87 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Frankston to Cairns bus arrive?

Frankston to Cairns bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd station.

What is the time difference between Frankston and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Frankston. It is currently 22:05 in Frankston and 21:05 in Cairns.

Where does the Frankston to Cairns train arrive?

Frankston to Cairns train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Cairns is 2866 km. It takes approximately 34h to drive from Frankston 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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