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Melbourne to Cardwell trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Melbourne and Cardwell takes 3d 12h and the fastest train takes 2d 18h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Melbourne to Cardwell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3d 12h
Duration
3,400 km
Distance
$588
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Melbourne to Cardwell train times

Trains run twice a week between Melbourne and Cardwell. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melbourne is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Cardwell at 1:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 3d 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTNSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail Travel2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives +4 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTNSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail Travel4d 6h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melbourne to Cardwell? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Cardwell.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,399.6 km
  • Duration: 3d 12h

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Cardwell via Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 2d.

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