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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Douglas

Composite routes from Cairns to Douglas

Cheapest
4 h 7 min
Car
345 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$41.30

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$789.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Douglas is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $31.52 - $43.48 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Douglas is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Douglas?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Douglas. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at JCU - Student Union Mall via Breakwater Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Cairns to Douglas?

The distance between Cairns and Douglas is 304 km. The road distance is 345.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Douglas without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $39.13 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Cairns to Douglas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Douglas bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Douglas?

The best way to get from Cairns to Douglas is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $81.52 and takes 6h 32m, you could also train, which costs $11.96 - $815.22 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Cairns to Douglas bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Douglas?

It is currently 03:45 at both, Cairns and Douglas.

Can I drive from Cairns to Douglas?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Douglas is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Cairns to Douglas.

Where can I stay near Douglas?

There are 447+ hotels available in Douglas. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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