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Cairns to The Rocks trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cairns and The Rocks takes 2d 19h and the fastest train takes 2d 11h. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Cairns to The Rocks. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 19h
Duration
2,643 km
Distance
$515
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Cairns to The Rocks train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Cairns and The Rocks. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cairns is at 7:40 AM which arrives into The Rocks at 8:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Roma Street and take an average of 2d 19h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTSydney Trains3d 11h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTSydney Trains2d 11h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTSydney Trains2d 11h • 2 changes

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  • Distance: 2,643.5 km
  • Duration: 2d 19h

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and The Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Cairns Central Station to Circular Quay Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 40h 54m.

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