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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Scone to Cairns

Composite routes from Scone to Cairns

Cheapest
24 h 56 min
Car
2143 km.
from $117
Other
7 h 49 min
Train, Plane
1757 km.
from $264.86
40 h 7 min
1758 km.
from $2040.42
45 h 18 min
1756 km.
from $370.22
9 h 11 min
Train, Plane
1757 km.
from $277.24
9 h 37 min
Train, Plane
1757 km.
from $205.49
10 h 9 min
Plane
1757 km.
from $353.87
11 h 10 min
Train, Plane
1757 km.
from $313.11
2 d 48 min
Train
1758 km.
from $550.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Scone Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.55–$7.58
Train from Maitland Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
11h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$29.05
Train from Scone Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.21
Train from Scone Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$13.89
Bus from Scone Station, Coach Stop to Moree
Ave. Duration:
5h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.42

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$202.10
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.46–$467.35

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:
$138.94–$189.46

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:
$35.37–$46.73

Crisps Coaches

Phone:
+61 (07) 4661 8333
Email:
reservations@crisps.com.au
Website:
crisps.com.au/
Bus from Moree to Warwick
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$50.52–$151.57
Bus from Warwick to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$75.79

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$505.24
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$568.39
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$593.66

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$884.17
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$821.01
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$618.92
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$1,010.48
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$568.39
Plane from Tamworth to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$467.35
Plane from Sydney Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$517.87
Plane from Orange Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Monday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$631.55
Plane from Armidale to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$517.87

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Scone Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.68
Train from Scone Station to Maitland
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.10–$15.16

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:
$60.63–$4,467.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Scone to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $103.26 - $358.70 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scone to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 49m and costs $130.43 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Scone and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Scone station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Scone Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Moree, Warwick and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Scone and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Scone station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Scone Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Maitland Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 7m.

How far is it from Scone to Cairns?

The distance between Scone and Cairns is 2054 km. The road distance is 2140.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Scone to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 40h 7m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Scone to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scone to Cairns bus from?

Scone to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Scone Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Scone to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Scone to Cairns?

The best way to get from Scone to Cairns is to train which takes 40h 7m and costs $65.22 - $4021.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $380.43 and takes 45h 18m.

Where does the Scone to Cairns bus arrive?

Scone to Cairns bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Moree Station, Coach Stop.

What is the time difference between Scone and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Scone. It is currently 20:04 in Scone and 19:04 in Cairns.

Where does the Scone to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scone to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Scone to Cairns is 2140 km. It takes approximately 25h 11m to drive from Scone 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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