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

The cheapest way to get from Cronulla to Cairns is to fly which costs $150 - $550 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cronulla to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h and costs $150 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Cronulla and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Cronulla station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Cronulla Station, Cronulla St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cronulla and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Cronulla station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Cronulla Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 16m.

How far is it from Cronulla to Cairns?

The distance between Cronulla and Cairns is 2006 km. The road distance is 2423.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cronulla to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 42h 16m and costs $160 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Cronulla to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cronulla to Cairns bus from?

Cronulla to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Cronulla to Cairns train from?

Cronulla to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cronulla to Cairns?

The best way to get from Cronulla to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h and costs $150 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $7,000 and takes 42h 16m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $350 - $650 and takes 46h 29m.

Where does the Cronulla to Cairns bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cronulla and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Cronulla. It is currently 6:05 AM in Cronulla and 5:05 AM in Cairns.

Where does the Cronulla to Cairns train arrive?

Cronulla to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Cronulla to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Cronulla to Cairns is 2424 km. It takes approximately 27h 57m to drive from Cronulla to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 996+ hotels available in Cairns.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cronulla to Cairns 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 Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)SYD - CNS
6h
$156–545
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
42h 16m
$160–6,757
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
46h 29m
$350–625
Drive 2,423.6 km
1. Drive from Cronulla to Cairns2,423.6 km
27h 57m
$471–681
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma StreetPm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
2d 1h
$345–507

Cronulla to Cairns by train

4Weekly Trains

42h 16mAverage Duration

$160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,006.4 km
Duration: 6h

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cronulla Station to Cairns Central Station via Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 42h 16m.

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