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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which costs $170 - $400 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 5m and costs $170 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Brisbane, Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Roma Street Station, Strathfield Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Cairns to Geelong?

The distance between Cairns and Geelong is 2402 km. The road distance is 2840.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Geelong without a car is to train via Greenacre which takes 2 days 5h and costs $220 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Cairns to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Geelong bus from?

Cairns to Geelong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Geelong train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Geelong?

The best way to get from Cairns to Geelong is to train via Greenacre which takes 2 days 5h and costs $220 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 13h, you could also fly, which costs $320 - $1,200 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Cairns to Geelong bus arrive?

Cairns to Geelong bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 12:43 AM in Cairns and 1:43 AM in Geelong.

Where does the Cairns to Geelong train arrive?

Cairns to Geelong train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Geelong is 2840 km. It takes approximately 33h 14m to drive from Cairns to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 880+ hotels available in Geelong.

Cairns to Geelong - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Cairns to Geelong by plane, shuttle, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)CNS - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
6h 5m
$172–392
Train via Greenacre
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Station32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Southern Cross621 / ...
4. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
2d 5h
$222–6,681
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
4. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce
2d 13h
Drive 2,840.2 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Geelong2,840.2 km
33h 14m
$549–793
Fly to Avalon Airport
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Avalon Airport (AVV)CNS - AVV
6h 58m
$325–1,201
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma Street
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
3d 7h
$3,393–10,682
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Cross
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station
3d 11h
$3,531–4,822

Cairns to Geelong by train

4Weekly Trains

2d 5hAverage Duration

$222Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairns to Geelong.

Launch map view

Distance: 2,402.2 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Cairns Central Station to Geelong Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Strathfield Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 2d 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairns Central Station to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, Central Station, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 2d 13h.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.