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How to Travel from

Maitland to Cairns

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Maitland Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
11h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00
Train from Maitland Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.46–$8.15
Train from Maitland Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.00–$10.33

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hexham to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
15h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$760.87
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$402.17

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct train between Maitland and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Maitland station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 46m.

How far is it from Maitland to Cairns?

The distance between Maitland and Cairns is 1933 km. The road distance is 2260.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Maitland to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 37h 46m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Maitland to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Cairns train from?

Maitland to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Maitland Station.

Train, bus or fly from Maitland to Cairns?

The best way to get from Maitland to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $119.57 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 37h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $250 and takes 47h 11m.

What is the time difference between Maitland and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Maitland. It is currently 15:41 in Maitland and 14:41 in Cairns.

Where does the Maitland to Cairns train arrive?

Maitland to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Maitland to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Cairns is 2260 km. It takes approximately 26h 48m to drive from Maitland 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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