How to Travel from
Mount Gambier to Cairns
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Mount Gambier to Cairns
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 098 km)
36 h 32 min
3098 km.
from $170
Other
Bus, Train (Bus)
2 d 11 h 49 min
2374 km.
from $340.35
Bus
2 d 16 h 28 min
2375 km.
from $584.89
Bus, Plane (Bus)
12 h 9 min
2375 km.
from $212.29
Bus, Plane (Fly Mount Gambier Airport to Townsville Airport)
12 h 18 min
2375 km.
from $414.74
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 51 min
2374 km.
from $264.97
Bus, Train (Bus)
3 d 19 h 32 min
2374 km.
from $2147.88
Bus, Train (Bus)
3 d 23 h 42 min
2374 km.
from $2050.05
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:
$10.87–$29.35
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09
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:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.72–$17.39
Stateliner
Bus from Mount Gambier to Bordertown
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.17–$39.13
Bus from Mount Gambier to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$70.65
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.53
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Mount Gambier Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$532.61
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Mount Gambier Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$369.57
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mount Gambier Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$869.57
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$543.48
Plane from Mount Gambier Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
9h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$978.26
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mount Gambier Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$521.74
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$413.04
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 Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Train from Bordertown to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$28.26–$76.09
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
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
The cheapest way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns is to bus and fly which costs $119.57 - $315.22 and takes 12h 10m.
What is the fastest way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
The fastest way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Mount Gambier and Cairns?
No, there is no direct bus from Mount Gambier to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Ballarat, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 16h.
Is there a direct flight between Mount Gambier and Cairns?
There are no direct flights between Mount Gambier and Cairns. The fastest has 1 change and takes 11h 45m and costs $163.04 - $532.61 .
How far is it from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
The distance between Mount Gambier and Cairns is 2389 km. The road distance is 3097.2 km.
How do I travel from Mount Gambier to Cairns without a car?
The best way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 2 days 11h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Mount Gambier to Cairns bus from?
Mount Gambier to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East station.
Bus or fly from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
The best way to get from Mount Gambier to Cairns is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $271.74 - $652.17 and takes 2 days 16h.
Where does the Mount Gambier to Cairns bus arrive?
Mount Gambier to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.
What is the time difference between Mount Gambier and Cairns?
Cairns is 30 min behind Mount Gambier. It is currently 21:42 in Mount Gambier and 21:12 in Cairns.
Can I drive from Mount Gambier to Cairns?
Yes, the driving distance between Mount Gambier to Cairns is 3097 km. It takes approximately 36h 26m to drive from Mount Gambier 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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