Townsville to Cairns Trains

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Duration	6h 25m
Distance	345.4 km
Average price	$75
Frequency	4/week

Trip overview

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Townsville

Cairns

The train between Townsville and Cairns takes 6h 25m. The train runs, on average, 4 times per week from Townsville to Cairns. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

Townsville
Cairns

6h 18m

$35 - $1,300

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Townsville to Cairns train times

Trains run six times a week between Townsville and Cairns. The service departs Townsville at 10:40 in the morning, which arrives into Cairns at 17:05. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Queensland Rail Travel

Departing Thursday, October 10, 2024

Queensland Rail Travel

Departing Saturday, October 12, 2024

Queensland Rail Travel

Departing Sunday, October 13, 2024

Queensland Rail Travel

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Townsville to Cairns? 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.

Is there a direct train between Townsville and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 18m.

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How far is it from Townsville to Cairns?

The distance between Townsville and Cairns is 297 km. The road distance is 345.4 km.

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Where do I catch the Townsville to Cairns train from?

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

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Where does the Townsville to Cairns train arrive?

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

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 795+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $116 AUD per night.

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What companies run services between Townsville and Cairns?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Townsville to Cairns Central Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $35 - $1,300 and the journey takes 6h 18m.

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Ave. Duration

6h 18m

Frequency

6 times a week

Estimated price

$35 - $1,300