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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to bus which costs $240 - $350 and takes 35h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to fly and train which takes 10h 44m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 3m.

How far is it from Cairns to Nimbin?

The distance between Cairns and Nimbin is 1576 km. The road distance is 1842.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 28h 49m and costs $180 - $6,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Cairns to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Nimbin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Cairns to Nimbin is to train which takes 28h 49m and costs $180 - $6,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $350 and takes 35h 3m, you could also fly, which costs $220 - $900 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Cairns to Nimbin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Nimbin?

Nimbin is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 4:36 AM in Cairns and 5:36 AM in Nimbin.

Can I drive from Cairns to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Nimbin is 1842 km. It takes approximately 21h 58m to drive from Cairns to Nimbin.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 66+ hotels available in Nimbin.

Cairns to Nimbin - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, line 605 bus, bus

There are 7 ways to get from Cairns to Nimbin by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Gold Coast Airport, line 605 bus, bus
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)CNS - OOL
2. Take the bus from Tweed Mall, Wharf St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall
3. Take the bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Blue Knob Rd Opp Blade Rd
7h 57m
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)CNS - BNE
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Station
10h 44m
$166–643
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma StreetSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle Station32
28h 49m
$188–6,431
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma StreetPm19
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St176
35h 3m
$248–346
Drive 1,842.3 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Nimbin1,842.3 km
21h 58m
$351–506
Fly to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)CNS - BNK
11h 18m
$224–883
Bus via Cairns
1. Take the bus from Cairns to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St176
35h 58m
$289–672

Cairns to Nimbin by bus

7Weekly Buses

35h 3mAverage Duration

$248Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,575.6 km
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Nimbin, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Cairns Central Station to Nimbin via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Kyogle Station in around 28h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairns Central Station to Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Brisbane Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Stand F, and Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St in around 35h 3m.

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