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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Pioneer to Cairns

Composite routes from Pioneer to Cairns

Cheapest
13 h 29 min
Car
1165 km.
from $64
Other
28 h 9 min
782 km.
from $1603.65
18 h 30 min
782 km.
from $224.09
19 h 38 min
Bus, Train
781 km.
from $176.61

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$434.78

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Mount Isa Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$271.74

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mount Isa to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mount Isa station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
20h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$2,275.42
Train from Townsville to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Pioneer to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Pioneer to Cairns is to bus which costs $108.70 - $228.26 and takes 18h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pioneer to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $92.39 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Pioneer and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Pioneer to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Mount Isa and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 30m.

How far is it from Pioneer to Cairns?

The distance between Pioneer and Cairns is 797 km. The road distance is 1165.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pioneer to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 18h 30m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Pioneer to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pioneer to Cairns bus from?

Pioneer to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mount Isa station.

Train, bus or fly from Pioneer to Cairns?

The best way to get from Pioneer to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $92.39 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $228.26 and takes 18h 30m, you could also train, which costs $50 - $3152.17 and takes 28h 9m.

Where does the Pioneer to Cairns bus arrive?

Pioneer to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Townsville station.

Can I drive from Pioneer to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Pioneer to Cairns is 1165 km. It takes approximately 13h 29m to drive from Pioneer 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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