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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Redfern is to fly which costs $140 - $550 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Redfern is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Redfern?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Redfern station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Redfern?

No, there is no direct train from Cairns station to Redfern station. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 30m.

How far is it from Cairns to Redfern?

The distance between Cairns and Redfern is 1986 km. The road distance is 2401.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Redfern without a car is to train which takes 40h 30m and costs $150 - $6,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cairns to Redfern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Redfern bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Redfern train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Redfern?

The best way to get from Cairns to Redfern is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $140 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $6,500 and takes 40h 30m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $360 - $650 and takes 47h 14m.

Where does the Cairns to Redfern bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cairns and Redfern?

Redfern is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 8:52 AM in Cairns and 9:52 AM in Redfern.

Where does the Cairns to Redfern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns to Redfern?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Redfern is 2402 km. It takes approximately 27h 37m to drive from Cairns to Redfern.

Where can I stay near Redfern?

There are 4235+ hotels available in Redfern.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairns to Redfern by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)CNS - SYD
4h 35m
$142–519
Train
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Roma StreetSpirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
40h 30m
$155–6,421
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma StreetPm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central StationSydney
47h 14m
$364–642
Drive 2,401.6 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Redfern2,401.6 km
27h 37m
$467–674
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane Roma StreetPm19
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central StationPm11
47h 50m
$344–492

Cairns to Redfern by train

4Weekly Trains

40h 30mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,986.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cairns Central Station to Central Station via Roma Street and Roma Street Station in around 40h 30m.

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