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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which costs $160 - $430 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 30m and costs $160 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Geelong to Cairns?

The distance between Geelong and Cairns is 2400 km. The road distance is 2839.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $220 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Geelong to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cairns bus from?

Geelong to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Cairns train from?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Cairns?

The best way to get from Geelong to Cairns is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $220 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $440 - $950 and takes 2 days 10h.

Where does the Geelong to Cairns bus arrive?

Geelong to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Geelong. It is currently 12:47 PM in Geelong and 11:47 AM in Cairns.

Where does the Geelong to Cairns train arrive?

Geelong to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Cairns is 2840 km. It takes approximately 33h 21m to drive from Geelong to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 988+ hotels available in Cairns.

Geelong to Cairns - 6 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Geelong to Cairns by shuttle, 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.

Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)MEL - CNS
6h 30m
$169–429
Train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 6h
$227–7,009
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 10h
$446–915
Drive 2,839.9 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Cairns2,839.9 km
33h 21m
$551–796
Train to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Wyndham Vale Station
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cairns (CNS)AVV - CNS
10h 7m
$240–932
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 15h
$407–599

Geelong to Cairns by train

4Weekly Trains

2d 6hAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,400 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 2d 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Brisbane, and Brisbane Roma Street in around 2d 10h.

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