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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns Airport to Lismore

Composite routes from Cairns Airport to Lismore

Cheapest
23 h 11 min
Car
1988 km.
from $109
Other
5 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
1532 km.
from $253.48
31 h 8 min
Train, Bus
1532 km.
from $1979.76
34 h 53 min
1532 km.
from $205.30
7 h 48 min
Bus, Plane
1532 km.
from $173.01
10 h
Bus, Plane
1532 km.
from $413.32
35 h 57 min
1532 km.
from $255.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.09–$9.54
Bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.18

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$34.34

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
info@byronbus.com
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.89–$43.25

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$610.55
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,208.39
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,081.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,081.19

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$610.55

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Cairns to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$534.23–$1,081.19

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Lismore?

The most affordable way to travel between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Lismore is to bus which costs $140.46 - $204.31 and takes 34h 53m.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore?

It takes 5h 26m to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore.

How far is the distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Lismore?

The distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Lismore is 1618 km. The road distance is 1989.3 km.

How can I get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore without a car is to train and bus which takes 31 hours and 8 minutes and costs $62.57 - $4,596.94.

What is the travel time from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore?

It takes approximately 5 hours and 26 minutes to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore, including transfers.

What are the travel options from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Lismore?

The bus journey takes 34 hours and 53 minutes and costs between $140.46 and $204.31. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs between $191.54 and $625.70 and takes 7 hours and 53 minutes.

What is the time difference between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Lismore?

Lismore is 1 hour ahead of Cairns Airport (CNS). It is currently 03:47 in Cairns Airport (CNS) and 04:47 in Lismore.

Can one drive from Cairns Airport to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns Airport and Lismore is 1989 km. It takes approximately 23 hours and 30 minutes to drive from Cairns Airport to Lismore.

Where can I find accommodations near Lismore?

There are 47+ hotels available in Lismore. Prices start at $65.14 per night.
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