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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Cairns

Composite routes from Castlemaine to Cairns

Cheapest
32 h 40 min
Car
2748 km.
from $151
Other
8 h 12 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $179.10
2 d 11 h 19 min
2244 km.
from $518.43
11 h 48 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $356.80
10 h 49 min
Train, Plane
2243 km.
from $253.01
2 d 7 h 19 min
2244 km.
from $2159.30

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 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 Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.30–$11.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
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 Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$543.48
Plane from Bendigo Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$1,086.96
Plane from Avalon Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Castlemaine to Sunbury
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.98
Train from Castlemaine to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Castlemaine to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52

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 Castlemaine to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 12m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Cairns?

The distance between Castlemaine and Cairns is 2427 km. The road distance is 2749.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns without a car is to train and night train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $108.70 - $4130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Castlemaine to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Cairns bus from?

Castlemaine to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Cairns train from?

Castlemaine to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Castlemaine station.

Train, bus or fly from Castlemaine to Cairns?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 11h and costs $239.13 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $206.52 - $760.87 and takes 10h 23m, you could also train, which costs $108.70 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Castlemaine to Cairns bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Castlemaine and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Castlemaine. It is currently 22:40 in Castlemaine and 21:40 in Cairns.

Where does the Castlemaine to Cairns train arrive?

Castlemaine to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Cairns is 2749 km. It takes approximately 32h 44m to drive from Castlemaine 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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