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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Swan Hill to Cairns

Composite routes from Swan Hill to Cairns

Cheapest
31 h 5 min
Car
2637 km.
from $145
Other
10 h 32 min
Train, Plane
2058 km.
from $191.47
2 d 12 h
2056 km.
from $492.91
12 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
2058 km.
from $347.39
12 h 22 min
Train, Plane
2058 km.
from $407.78
13 h 54 min
Bus, Plane
2058 km.
from $197.17
13 h 10 min
Train, Plane
2058 km.
from $265.38
2 d 10 h 18 min
2056 km.
from $2160.70
4 d 26 min
Bus, Train
2058 km.
from $1999.47

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:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.63–$138.94
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.04–$25.26
Bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Mildura
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.15–$16.42
Bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to 85
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.31–$29.05

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$366.30
Plane from Mildura Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$429.45
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$631.55
Plane from Mildura Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$341.04–$1,010.48
Plane from Bendigo Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$1,263.10
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$429.45
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$479.98
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Albury Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.10–$151.57
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Swan Hill to Southern
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$8.84
Train from Swan Hill to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,585.46–$3,902.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 10h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 10h 32m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Swan Hill and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Swan Hill station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

Is there a direct train between Swan Hill and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Swan Hill to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Swan Hill and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Swan Hill to Cairns?

The distance between Swan Hill and Cairns is 2687 km. The road distance is 2637 km.

How do I travel from Swan Hill to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns without a car is to bus and night train and train which takes 2 days 8h and costs $92.39 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Swan Hill to Cairns?

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Swan Hill to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swan Hill to Cairns bus from?

Swan Hill to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St.

Where do I catch the Swan Hill to Cairns train from?

Swan Hill to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Swan Hill station.

Train, bus or fly from Swan Hill to Cairns?

The best way to get from Swan Hill to Cairns is to bus which takes 2 days 12h and costs $239.13 - $500 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $4130.43 and takes 2 days 10h. There are no good options to fly between Swan Hill to Cairns.

Where does the Swan Hill to Cairns bus arrive?

Swan Hill to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Swan Hill and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Swan Hill. It is currently 03:35 in Swan Hill and 02:35 in Cairns.

Where does the Swan Hill to Cairns train arrive?

Swan Hill to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Swan Hill to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Swan Hill to Cairns is 2637 km. It takes approximately 31h to drive from Swan Hill 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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