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West End to Cairns

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20 h 54 min
1712 km.
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Four ways to Travel from West End to Cairns

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By car (1 712 km)
20 h 54 min
1712 km.
from $94
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Rideshare
20 h 54 min
1712 km.
from $22.33
Train, Plane
6 h 42 min
1388 km.
from $226.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.55–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35

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:
$138.94–$189.46

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$454.72
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$568.39
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$618.92

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$505.24
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$884.17

Train operators

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:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from West End to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from West End to Cairns is to fly which costs $76.09 - $358.70 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from West End to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from West End to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between West End and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brisbane Roma Street and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29h 30m.

Is there a direct train between West End and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roma Street and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from West End to Cairns?

The distance between West End and Cairns is 1416 km. The road distance is 1836.3 km.

How do I travel from West End to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from West End to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 25h 20m and costs $52.17 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from West End to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from West End to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West End to Cairns bus from?

West End to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where do I catch the West End to Cairns train from?

West End to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Roma Street station.

Train, bus or fly from West End to Cairns?

The best way to get from West End to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $52.17 - $3913.04 and takes 25h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $119.57 - $402.17 and takes 29h 30m.

Where does the West End to Cairns bus arrive?

West End to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the West End to Cairns train arrive?

West End to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from West End to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between West End to Cairns is 1836 km. It takes approximately 21h 32m to drive from West End 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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