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How to Travel from

Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest

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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 Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$470.64

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Daintree
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.17–$35.62
Bus from Cairns to Daintree
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.90–$33.07
Bus from Cairns to Wonga
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.35–$29.26

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$763.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$763.19

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$890.39

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:
$48.34–$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

Other operators

Douglas Shire Council

Phone:
(07) 4099 9444
Website:
douglas.qld.gov.au/
Other from Daintree River Ferry to Daintree
Ave. Duration:
5 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.90–$7.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest is to fly and bus which costs $130.43 - $326.09 and takes 13h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest is to fly and bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $217.39 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest?

The distance between Melbourne and Daintree Rainforest is 2642 km. The road distance is 3018.3 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest without a car is to night train and train and bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $141.30 - $4239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest?

It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest, including transfers.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest is 3018 km. It takes approximately 39h 14m to drive from Melbourne to Daintree Rainforest.

Where can I stay near Daintree Rainforest?

There are 63+ hotels available in Daintree Rainforest. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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