What is the cheapest way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $200 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Breakwater Ferry Terminal and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Townsville and arriving at Cairns. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

The distance between Breakwater Ferry Terminal and Cairns is 299 km. The road distance is 347.3 km.

How do I travel from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns bus from?

Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

The best way to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $200 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 5h 40m, you could also train, which costs $17 - $1,300 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns bus arrive?

Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns is 347 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 990+ hotels available in Cairns.

Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via train, plane

There are 4 ways to get from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS)TSV - CNS
2h 23m
$202–396
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Townsville to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
7h 38m
$17–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to CairnsCairns
5h 40m
$50–130
Drive 347.3 km
1. Drive from Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns347.3 km
4h 9m
$68–98

Breakwater Ferry Terminal to Cairns by bus

32Weekly Buses

5h 40mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.6 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Breakwater Ferry Terminal, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Townsville to Cairns 4 times a day. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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