What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Carbine and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mount Carbine and arriving at Cairns. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Mount Carbine to Cairns?

The distance between Mount Carbine and Cairns is 139 km. The road distance is 129.4 km.

How do I travel from Mount Carbine to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns?

The bus from Mount Carbine to Cairns takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Mount Carbine to Cairns bus from?

Mount Carbine to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Mount Carbine station.

Where does the Mount Carbine to Cairns bus arrive?

Mount Carbine to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Mount Carbine to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Carbine to Cairns is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Mount Carbine to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 993+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mount Carbine to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Mount Carbine to Cairns by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mount Carbine to CairnsCooktown to Cairns
2h 10m
$35–55
Drive 129.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Carbine to Cairns129.4 km
1h 43m
$26–37

Mount Carbine to Cairns by bus

3Weekly Buses

2h 10mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.9 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Mount Carbine, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Mount Carbine to Cairns 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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