How to Travel from
Stratford to Cairns
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Stratford to Cairns
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Cheapest
By car (3 068 km)
35 h 22 min
3068 km.
from $168
Other
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
9 h 12 min
2342 km.
from $190.92
Train, Bus
2 d 6 h 45 min
2340 km.
from $2068.21
Bus
2 d 10 h 11 min
2340 km.
from $463.26
Train, Plane (Train)
13 h 39 min
2342 km.
from $353.97
Train, Plane (Train to Melbourne Airport)
11 h 50 min
2342 km.
from $264.84
Train
2 d 8 h 58 min
2340 km.
from $2159.91
Train, bus via Wollongong, Train, bus via Wollongong
2 d 16 h 45 min
2342 km.
from $276.46
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$59.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
SkyBus
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.22
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.91–$22.83
Bus from Memorial Park/Princes Hwy to Bairnsdale
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$7.61
Bus from Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St to Jolimont
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.02–$22.83
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30
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
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
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
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Stratford to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.00–$7.07
Train from Stratford to Bairnsdale
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
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:
$52.17–$3,844.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford to Cairns?
The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 9h 12m.
What is the fastest way to get from Stratford to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Stratford to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 9h 12m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .
Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Cairns?
No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park/Princes Hwy and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St, Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.
Is there a direct train between Stratford and Cairns?
No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Stratford and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.
How far is it from Stratford to Cairns?
The distance between Stratford and Cairns is 2565 km. The road distance is 3038.9 km.
How do I travel from Stratford to Cairns without a car?
The best way to get from Stratford to Cairns without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $76.09 - $4021.74 .
How long does it take to get from Stratford to Cairns?
It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Stratford to Cairns, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Stratford to Cairns bus from?
Stratford to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Memorial Park/Princes Hwy station.
Where do I catch the Stratford to Cairns train from?
Stratford to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Stratford station.
Train or bus from Stratford to Cairns?
The best way to get from Stratford to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs $228.26 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 8h.
Where does the Stratford to Cairns bus arrive?
Stratford to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bairnsdale Station/Macleod St.
What is the time difference between Stratford and Cairns?
Cairns is 1h behind Stratford. It is currently 23:21 in Stratford and 22:21 in Cairns.
Where does the Stratford to Cairns train arrive?
Stratford to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.
Can I drive from Stratford to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Cairns is 3039 km. It takes approximately 34h 59m to drive from Stratford 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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