What is the cheapest way to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 16h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $280 - $850.

How far is it from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns?

The distance between Mapoon (Region) and Cairns is 709 km. The road distance is 878.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mapoon (Region) to Cairns is 879 km. It takes approximately 16h 28m to drive from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 996+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mapoon (Region) to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via car, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns by car or plane

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Mapoon (Region) to Weipa Airport (WEI)
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS)WEI - CNS
4h 59m
$286–823
Drive 878.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns878.7 km
16h 28m
$169–244

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$273Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns.

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Distance: 708.9 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Mapoon (Region), QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the shuttle to Cairns Base Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Mapoon (Region) to Cairns in around 16h 28m.

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