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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Rasmussen is to bus via Cairns Central Station which costs $50 - $80 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Rasmussen is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $220 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Rasmussen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns to Rasmussen. However, there are services departing from Cairns and arriving at Riverway Dr at Illuta Street via Breakwater Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cairns to Rasmussen?

The distance between Cairns and Rasmussen is 307 km. The road distance is 345.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Rasmussen without a car is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cairns to Rasmussen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Rasmussen bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Rasmussen?

The best way to get from Cairns to Rasmussen is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $220 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 6h 48m, you could also train, which costs $18 - $1,300 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Cairns to Rasmussen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Rasmussen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Rasmussen is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Cairns to Rasmussen.

Where can I stay near Rasmussen?

There are 291+ hotels available in Rasmussen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairns to Rasmussen 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 42m
$223–416
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to TownsvilleSpirit of Queensland
7h 6m
$19–1,268
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cairns to TownsvilleTownsville / ...
6h 48m
$64–125
Drive 345.5 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Rasmussen345.5 km
4h 9m
$68–99
Bus via Cairns Central Station
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to TownsvillePm19
7h 13m
$55–76

Cairns to Rasmussen by bus (Greyhound)

25Weekly Buses

6h 48mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Rasmussen, 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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