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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Cardwell is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Cardwell is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Cairns to Cardwell?

The distance between Cairns and Cardwell is 212 km. The road distance is 182.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $35 - $75.

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

The bus from Cairns to Cardwell takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Cardwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Cardwell train from?

Cairns to Cardwell train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Cairns to Cardwell is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $700 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Cairns to Cardwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairns to Cardwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Cardwell is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cairns to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are nine+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Cairns to Cardwell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cairns to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Cardwellbus Townsville / ...
2h 45m
$35–75
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwelltrain Spirit of Queensland
3h 34m
$9–668
Drive 182.6 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Cardwellcar 182.6 km
2h 13m
$35–50

Cairns to Cardwell by bus

32Weekly Buses

2h 45mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.3 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Cardwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell 4 times a week. Tickets cost $9–668 and the journey takes 3h 34m.

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