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

The cheapest way to get from Alpha to Cairns is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 13h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alpha to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 8h 15m and costs $500 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Alpha and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Alpha to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Alpha and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Rockhampton George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Alpha and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Alpha to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Alpha and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 13m.

How far is it from Alpha to Cairns?

The distance between Alpha and Cairns is 968 km. The road distance is 1013.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Alpha to Cairns without a car is to bus and train which takes 23h 26m and costs $120 - $4,100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Alpha to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alpha to Cairns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alpha to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Alpha to Cairns?

The best way to get from Alpha to Cairns is to bus which takes 23h 50m and costs $200 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $6,000 and takes 27h 13m.

Where does the Alpha to Cairns bus arrive?

Alpha to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Where does the Alpha to Cairns train arrive?

Alpha to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Alpha to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpha to Cairns is 1013 km. It takes approximately 13h 26m to drive from Alpha to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 999+ hotels available in Cairns.

Alpha to Cairns - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Alpha to Cairns by bus, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Emerald Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Alpha to Emerald
2. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns (CNS)EMD - CNS
9h 16m
$434–930
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alpha to RockhamptonSpirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
27h 13m
$73–5,554
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alpha to Rockhampton RailwayRockhampton
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
23h 26m
$121–4,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alpha to RockhamptonRockhampton
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
23h 50m
$201–336
Drive 1,013.4 km
1. Drive from Alpha to Cairns1,013.4 km
13h 26m
$194–280
Drive to Moranbah Airport, fly
1. Drive from Alpha to Moranbah Airport (MOV)
2. Fly from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns (CNS)MOV - CNS
8h 15m
$536–980

Alpha to Cairns by bus and train

2Weekly Services

23h 26mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 968 km
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between Alpha, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Alpha to Cairns Central Station via Rockhampton George Street in around 23h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alpha to Cairns Central Station via Rockhampton in around 27h 13m.

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