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15 h 22 min
1181 km.
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Tambo, Australia → Cairns, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tambo to Cairns

Composite routes from Tambo to Cairns

Cheapest
15 h 22 min
Car
1181 km.
from $64
Other
28 h 44 min
886 km.
from $234.87
34 h 9 min
Bus, Train
885 km.
from $302.89
32 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
885 km.
from $284.02
29 h 53 min
885 km.
from $277.08
12 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
885 km.
from $291.76
10 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
885 km.
from $399.80
13 h 25 min
Plane
885 km.
from $460.27
15 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
885 km.
from $380.07

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Blackall Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Longreach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
Plane from Charleville Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$597.83
Plane from Emerald Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$760.87

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Emerald Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$500.00

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Tambo to Cloncurry
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Cloncurry to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
10h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$163.04
Bus from Tambo to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$23.91–$42.39
Bus from Tambo to Blackall
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Barcaldine to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
Bus from Tambo to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.61–$65.22
Bus from Tambo to Charleville
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$23.91–$41.30
Bus from Barcaldine to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$65.22

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:
$29.35–$40.22
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$97.83

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Barcaldine to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 48m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$1,305.12
Train from Rockhampton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$2,299.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tambo to Cairns is to drive which costs $141.30 - $206.52 and takes 15h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tambo to Cairns is to bus and fly which takes 10h 51m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Tambo and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Tambo to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tambo and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Cloncurry and Townsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 44m.

How far is it from Tambo to Cairns?

The distance between Tambo and Cairns is 2007 km. The road distance is 1182.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tambo to Cairns without a car is to bus via Cloncurry which takes 28h 44m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 28h 44m to get from Tambo to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tambo to Cairns bus from?

Tambo to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Tambo station.

Where does the Tambo to Cairns bus arrive?

Tambo to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cloncurry station.

Can I drive from Tambo to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Tambo to Cairns is 1182 km. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Tambo to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 861+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $69.35 per night.
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