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Perth Airport to Cairns

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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:
$12.01–$32.86

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$88.46–$214.84
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$176.93–$454.96

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.02–$69.51

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.38–$189.57

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$278.03–$884.64
Plane from Perth Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$391.77–$1,200.58

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$278.03–$884.64
Plane from Perth Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$303.30–$1,011.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Perth Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.39–$821.45
Plane from Perth Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
8h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$429.68–$1,200.58

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Perth Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$265.39–$884.64

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$353.85–$821.45

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Perth to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,642.90–$5,307.82
Train from Perth to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
43h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,263.77–$5,434.20

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:
$59.40–$4,289.33

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,522.33–$3,746.73

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns is to fly which costs $206.52 - $597.83 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $206.52 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Perth Airport (PER) and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Perth, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 21h.

How far is it from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

The distance between Perth Airport (PER) and Cairns is 3438 km. The road distance is 5241.7 km.

How do I travel from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 4 days 21h and costs $1413.04 - $8695.65 .

How long does it take to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns train from?

Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs $206.52 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1413.04 - $8695.65 and takes 4 days 21h.

What is the time difference between Perth Airport (PER) and Cairns?

Cairns is 2h ahead of Perth Airport (PER). It is currently 14:21 in Perth Airport (PER) and 16:21 in Cairns.

Where does the Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns train arrive?

Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns is 5242 km. It takes approximately 2 days 9h to drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns.

Which airlines fly from Perth Airport Airport to Cairns Airport?

Jetstar, Airnorth, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Perth Airport Airport to Cairns Airport.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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