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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Tully is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Tully is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Tully?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns and arriving at Tully. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cairns and Tully?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Tully. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Cairns to Tully?

The distance between Cairns and Tully is 168 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Tully without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $30 - $60.

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

The bus from Cairns to Tully takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Tully bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairns to Tully train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairns to Tully?

The best way to get from Cairns to Tully is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $550 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Cairns to Tully bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairns to Tully train arrive?

Cairns to Tully train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Tully station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Tully?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Tully is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Cairns to Tully.

Where can I stay near Tully?

There are 155+ hotels available in Tully.

Cairns to Tully - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cairns to Tully by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairns to TullyTownsville / ...
2h 15m
$30–60
Train
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1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to TullySpirit of Queensland
2h 40m
$7–506
Drive 139.8 km
1. Drive from Cairns to Tully139.8 km
1h 43m
$28–40

Cairns to Tully by bus

32Weekly Buses

2h 15mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Cairns to Tully 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cairns Central Station to Tully 4 times a week. Tickets cost $7–506 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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