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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Croydon to Cairns

Composite routes from Croydon to Cairns

Cheapest
6 h 11 min
Car
528 km.
from $29
Other
41 h 20 min
1958 km.
from $2037.39
45 h 30 min
Train, Bus
1958 km.
from $229.78
8 h 32 min
Train, Plane
1958 km.
from $260.24
46 h 4 min
1958 km.
from $385.85
5 h 46 min
Bus, Plane
398 km.
from $224

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Strathfield Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.83–$8.27

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:
$95.40–$228.96

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Croydon to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Croydon to Normanton
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.71–$38.16

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:
$139.92–$190.80

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$508.80

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$572.39

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Normanton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$82.68–$267.12

Train operators

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:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

How can I travel from Croydon to Cairns affordably?

The cheapest way to travel from Croydon to Cairns is by train and bus, which costs $153.23 to $229.85 and takes 45 hours and 30 minutes.

What is the quickest way to travel from Croydon to Cairns by air?

The quickest way to travel from Croydon to Cairns by air takes 5 hours and 49 minutes, and costs between $114.92 and $408.62.

Can you take a bus directly from Croydon to Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Rd At Regatta Rd and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 hours and 4 minutes.

Does the train service run directly from Croydon to Cairns?

No, there is no direct train service from Croydon station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Croydon Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Strathfield Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 hours and 20 minutes.

Is there a direct flight available between Croydon and Cairns?

Yes, there are direct flights available between Croydon and Cairns; these take 3 hours and cost $102.15 - $383.08.

How far is it from Croydon to Cairns?

The distance between Croydon and Cairns is 1996 km. The road distance is 2413.3 km.

How can I travel from Croydon to Cairns by train without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cairns by train without a car is to train which takes 41 hours 20 minutes and costs $70.23 - $4,724.64.

How long does it take to travel from Croydon to Cairns, including transfers?

It takes approximately 5 hours and 49 minutes to get from Croydon to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Croydon to Cairns bus from?

Greyhound Australia operates Croydon to Cairns bus services from Central Station.

Where can I catch the Croydon to Cairns train from?

Transport for NSW operates Croydon to Cairns train services that depart from Strathfield Station.

How can I travel from Croydon to Cairns by train, bus, or plane?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cairns is to fly which takes 5 hours and 49 minutes and costs $114.92 to $408.62. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.23 to $4,724.64 and takes 41 hours and 20 minutes. You could also bus, which costs $229.85 to $434.16 and takes 46 hours and 4 minutes.

Croydon to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the bus arrive?

What is the time difference between Croydon and Cairns?

Cairns is 1 hour behind Croydon. It is currently 20:31 in Croydon and 19:31 in Cairns.

What is the final destination of the Croydon to Cairns train?

The Croydon to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can you drive from Croydon to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon and Cairns is 2413 kilometers. It takes approximately 28 hours and 21 minutes to drive from Croydon to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $84.89 per night.
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