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34 h 49 min
2710 km.
from $149
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Adelaide Airport, Australia → Cairns, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Adelaide Airport to Cairns

Composite routes from Adelaide Airport to Cairns

Cheapest
34 h 49 min
Car
2710 km.
from $149
Other
2 d 21 h 44 min
2128 km.
from $511.39
3 d 12 h 35 min
2128 km.
from $5002.96
6 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
2127 km.
from $302.66
10 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
2127 km.
from $372.20
3 d 16 h 45 min
Train, Bus
2128 km.
from $3195.35

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Hinterland Aviation
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Jetstar
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3h
Every day
$139.92–$432.48
Qantas
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3h 2m
Every day
$139.92–$826.79
Virgin Australia
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3h 10m
Thursday
$203.52–$483.36
Hinterland Aviation
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4h 45m
Every day
$152.64–$559.67
Bus operators
Found: 5
Firefly Express
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Greyhound Australia
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V-Line Buses
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Trans North Bus & Coach
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Premier Motor Service
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Firefly Express
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7h 35m
Once daily
$43.25–$58.51
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
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Greyhound Australia
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7h 40m
Once daily
$61.06–$139.92
1300 473946
1300 473946
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V-Line Buses
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14h 5m
Once daily
$9.54–$47.06
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
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Trans North Bus & Coach
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4h 30m
6 times a week
$50.88–$76.32
+61 7 3036 2070
+61 7 3036 2070
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Premier Motor Service
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29h 30m
Once daily
$139.92–$190.80
13 34 10
13 34 10
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Train operators
Found: 2
Queensland Rail Travel
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Journey Beyond - Great Southern
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Queensland Rail Travel
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25h 20m
4 times a week
$61.06–$4,498.63
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Journey Beyond - Great Southern
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2d 8h
Once a week
$1,596.61–$3,929.55
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns is to fly which costs $119.57 - $347.83 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Stop 10 Adelaide Airport and arriving at Cairns Central Station via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

The distance between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Cairns is 2139 km. The road distance is 2971.6 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 21h and costs $250 - $532.61 .

How long does it take to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns bus from?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $532.61 and takes 2 days 21h, you could also train, which costs $1304.35 - $7608.70 and takes 3 days 12h.

Where does the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns bus arrive?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min behind Adelaide Airport (ADL). It is currently 19:55 in Adelaide Airport (ADL) and 19:25 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Cairns is 2972 km. It takes approximately 34h 18m to drive from Adelaide Airport (ADL) 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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