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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Muswellbrook to Cairns

Composite routes from Muswellbrook to Cairns

Cheapest
25 h 15 min
Car
2167 km.
from $119
Other
7 h 32 min
Train, Plane
1780 km.
from $262.88
39 h 50 min
1779 km.
from $2039.02
44 h 20 min
Train, Bus
1779 km.
from $237.20
9 h 17 min
Train, Plane
1780 km.
from $204.95
9 h 32 min
Train, Plane
1780 km.
from $277.53
9 h 51 min
Plane
1780 km.
from $350.34
11 h 30 min
Train, Plane
1780 km.
from $313.40
47 h 53 min
1779 km.
from $397.08

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98
Train from Maitland Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
11h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$10.87
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.24–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91

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

Sid Foggs Coaches

Phone:
+61 2 4928 1088
Email:
info@sidfoggs.com.au
Website:
sidfoggs.com.au/
Bus from Muswellbrook to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$23.91

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
admin@dorrigotransit.com.au
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$30.43–$40.22

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$510.87

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$760.87
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$706.52
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$869.57
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$815.22

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$402.17
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$543.48
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$445.65

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33
Train from Muswellbrook Station to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

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 Muswellbrook to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Muswellbrook to Cairns is to train and bus which costs $130.43 - $206.52 and takes 44h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muswellbrook to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $130.43 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Muswellbrook and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Muswellbrook to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Muswellbrook and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Newcastle, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Muswellbrook and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Muswellbrook station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Muswellbrook Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Maitland Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 50m.

How far is it from Muswellbrook to Cairns?

The distance between Muswellbrook and Cairns is 2029 km. The road distance is 2165.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Muswellbrook to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 39h 50m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Muswellbrook to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muswellbrook to Cairns bus from?

Muswellbrook to Cairns bus services, operated by Sid Foggs Coaches, depart from Muswellbrook station.

Where do I catch the Muswellbrook to Cairns train from?

Muswellbrook to Cairns train services, operated by Intercity Train, depart from Muswellbrook Station.

Train or bus from Muswellbrook to Cairns?

The best way to get from Muswellbrook to Cairns is to train which takes 39h 50m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $369.57 and takes 47h 53m.

Where does the Muswellbrook to Cairns bus arrive?

Muswellbrook to Cairns bus services, operated by Sid Foggs Coaches, arrive at Newcastle station.

What is the time difference between Muswellbrook and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Muswellbrook. It is currently 20:31 in Muswellbrook and 19:31 in Cairns.

Where does the Muswellbrook to Cairns train arrive?

Muswellbrook to Cairns train services, operated by Intercity Train, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Muswellbrook to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Muswellbrook to Cairns is 2166 km. It takes approximately 25h 31m to drive from Muswellbrook 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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