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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Caboolture to Cairns

Composite routes from Caboolture to Cairns

Cheapest
20 h 18 min
Car
1664 km.
from $91
Other
5 h 31 min
Train, Plane
1350 km.
from $164.04
7 h 49 min
Train, Plane
1350 km.
from $230
6 h 51 min
Train, Plane
1350 km.
from $226.52
32 h 30 min
Train, Bus
1350 km.
from $370.33

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Caboolture station, platform 3 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.15
Train from Caboolture station, platform 3 to Central
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.50–$3.48
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98
Train from Caboolture station, platform 1 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.74–$2.61
Train from Morayfield station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.39–$3.37
Bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.74–$2.50

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
28h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.70–$163.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$391.30
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$489.13
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Caboolture to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
24h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$52.17–$3,727.74
Train from Caboolture station, platform 1 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.03–$97.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Caboolture to Cairns is to bus which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 30h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caboolture to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Caboolture and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Caboolture station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Caboolture station, stop B and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Burpengary Bruce Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Caboolture and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Caboolture and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 24h 30m.

How far is it from Caboolture to Cairns?

The distance between Caboolture and Cairns is 1450 km. The road distance is 1797.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Caboolture to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 24h 30m and costs $52.17 - $3804.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Caboolture to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caboolture to Cairns bus from?

Caboolture to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Burpengary Bruce Highway station.

Where do I catch the Caboolture to Cairns train from?

Caboolture to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Caboolture station.

Train, bus or fly from Caboolture to Cairns?

The best way to get from Caboolture to Cairns is to train which takes 24h 30m and costs $52.17 - $3804.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 30h 25m. There are no good options to fly between Caboolture to Cairns.

Where does the Caboolture to Cairns bus arrive?

Caboolture to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Caboolture to Cairns train arrive?

Caboolture to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Caboolture to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Caboolture to Cairns is 1797 km. It takes approximately 21h 23m to drive from Caboolture 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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