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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from New South Wales to Cairns

Composite routes from New South Wales to Cairns

Cheapest
25 h 39 min
Car
2094 km.
from $115
Other
41 h 32 min
1668 km.
from $2037.89
45 h 35 min
1668 km.
from $384.96
2 d 2 h 23 min
1668 km.
from $219.98

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

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:
$81.52–$195.65

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
Bus from Chatswood to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$489.13
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78
Plane from Wagga Wagga to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$532.61
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$760.87
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$923.91
Plane from Wagga Wagga to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$923.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$467.39
Plane from Wagga Wagga to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83

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:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between New South Wales and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from New South Wales to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Lang Park, York St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Chatswood and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between New South Wales and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from New South Wales station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 32m.

Is there a direct flight between New South Wales and Cairns?

Yes, there are direct flights between New South Wales and Cairns; these take 3h and cost $86.96 - $326.09 .

How far is it from New South Wales to Cairns?

The distance between New South Wales and Cairns is 1990 km. The road distance is 2412.4 km.

How do I travel from New South Wales to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 32m and costs $59.78 - $4021.74 .

How long does it take to get from New South Wales to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from New South Wales to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Cairns bus from?

New South Wales to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Cairns train from?

New South Wales to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from New South Wales to Cairns?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $4021.74 and takes 41h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $195.65 - $369.57 and takes 45h 35m.

Where does the New South Wales to Cairns bus arrive?

New South Wales to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between New South Wales and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind New South Wales. It is currently 07:49 in New South Wales and 06:49 in Cairns.

Where does the New South Wales to Cairns train arrive?

New South Wales to Cairns train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from New South Wales to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between New South Wales to Cairns is 2412 km. It takes approximately 28h 20m to drive from New South Wales 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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