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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns North to Gladstone

Composite routes from Cairns North to Gladstone

Cheapest
32 h 36 min
Car
2813 km.
from $154
Other
8 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
960 km.
from $238.04
8 h 16 min
Bus, Plane
960 km.
from $444.25
9 h 1 min
Bus, Plane
960 km.
from $432.62

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$1,081.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$254.40–$826.79
Plane from Cairns to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.00–$610.55
Plane from Cairns to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$419.76–$1,017.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$508.80
Plane from Cairns to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$521.52

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$305.28
Bus from Rockhampton to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$30.53

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Mount
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$127.20

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
17h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.25–$3,097.28
Train from Howard to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.90–$631.76
Train from Bundaberg to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$473.17

Questions and Answers

How can I travel from Cairns North to Gladstone in the most economical way?

The most economical way to travel from Cairns North to Gladstone is to take a bus via Mount Larcom which costs $89.39 - $255.39 and takes 20h 34m.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Melbourne?

Flight duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Does a direct bus run between Cairns North and Gladstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Gladstone. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Gladstone via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 47m.

How much does a taxi from New York to London cost?

A taxi from New York to London costs $750.

How can I travel from Cairns North to Gladstone without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Gladstone without a car is to train which takes 18 hours and 48 minutes and costs $44.69 - $3,192.32.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns North to Gladstone?

It takes approximately 6 hours and 21 minutes to travel from Cairns North to Gladstone, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Cairns North to Gladstone bus from?

Greyhound Australia operates Cairns North to Gladstone bus services, departing from Cairns station.

What is the best way to travel from Cairns North to Gladstone?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Gladstone is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $166.00 - $536.31. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $44.69 - $3,192.32 and takes 18h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $127.69 - $319.23 and takes 19h 47m.

Where does the Greyhound Australia bus from Cairns North to Gladstone arrive?

Greyhound Australia operates bus services from Cairns North to Gladstone, which arrive at Gladstone station.

Can I travel from Cairns North to Gladstone by car?

The driving distance between Cairns North to Gladstone is 1179 km. It takes approximately 15 hours and 38 minutes to drive from Cairns North to Gladstone.

Where can I find accommodation near Gladstone?

There are 46+ hotels available in Gladstone. Prices start at $37.99 per night.
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