What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Kuranda?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Kuranda is to bus and fly which costs $290 - $700 and takes 7h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Kuranda?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Kuranda is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $400 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Kuranda. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Kuranda via Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Canberra to Kuranda?

The distance between Canberra and Kuranda is 2116 km. The road distance is 2522.3 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Kuranda without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Kuranda without a car is to bus and train which takes 46h 26m and costs $220 - $7,000.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Kuranda?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Canberra to Kuranda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Kuranda bus from?

Canberra to Kuranda bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Kuranda?

The best way to get from Canberra to Kuranda is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $400 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $410 - $750 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Canberra to Kuranda bus arrive?

Canberra to Kuranda bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Kuranda?

Kuranda is 1h behind Canberra. It is currently 8:00 PM in Canberra and 7:00 PM in Kuranda.

Can I drive from Canberra to Kuranda?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Kuranda is 2522 km. It takes approximately 28h 48m to drive from Canberra to Kuranda.

Where can I stay near Kuranda?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Kuranda.

Canberra to Kuranda - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Cairns (CNS)CBR - CNS
6h 46m
$403–855
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
46h 26m
$223–6,869
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 2h
$418–739
Drive 2,522.3 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Kuranda2,522.3 km
28h 48m
$480–694
Bus to Sydney International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)SYD - CNS
7h 44m
$295–695
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Canberra to Orange-Airport-OAG
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Cairns (CNS)OAG - CNS
8h 42m
$609–2,521
Bus via Sydney Airport (SYD)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 6h
$430–623

Canberra to Kuranda by bus and train

4Weekly Services

46h 26mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,115.9 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Kuranda, QLD, Australia?

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Cairns (CNS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to Kuranda via Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Cairns Central Station in around 2d 2h.

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