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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Garbutt is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $55 - $80 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Garbutt is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $180 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Garbutt?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Garbutt. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at Peel St at Lancaster Street via Breakwater Terminal and Townsville City bus hub Stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Cairns to Garbutt?

The distance between Cairns and Garbutt is 292 km. The road distance is 342.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Garbutt without a car is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Cairns to Garbutt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Garbutt bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Garbutt?

The best way to get from Cairns to Garbutt is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $180 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 6h 42m, you could also train, which costs $19 - $1,300 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Cairns to Garbutt bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Garbutt?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Garbutt is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Cairns to Garbutt.

Where can I stay near Garbutt?

There are 569+ hotels available in Garbutt.

Cairns to Garbutt - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairns to Garbutt by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV)CNS - TSV
2h 25m
$180–370
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
7h 5m
$20–1,269
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to TownsvilleTownsville / ...
6h 42m
$65–126
Drive 342.4 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Garbutt342.4 km
4h 5m
$68–98
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to TownsvillePm19
7h 7m
$56–77

Cairns to Garbutt by bus (Greyhound)

25Weekly Buses

6h 42mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Regional Express and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Townsville Airport (TSV) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Townsville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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