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

The cheapest way to get from Narraweena to Cairns is to fly which costs $140 - $550 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Narraweena to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Narraweena and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Narraweena to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Warringah Rd Opp Alfred St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Chatswood and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Narraweena to Cairns?

The distance between Narraweena and Cairns is 2013 km. The road distance is 2397.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Narraweena to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 41h 45m and costs $150 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Narraweena to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Narraweena to Cairns bus from?

Narraweena to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Chatswood station.

Train, bus or fly from Narraweena to Cairns?

The best way to get from Narraweena to Cairns is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $140 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $7,000 and takes 41h 45m, you could also bus via Central Station, which costs $390 - $1,000 and takes 46h 58m.

Where does the Narraweena to Cairns bus arrive?

Narraweena to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Narraweena and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Narraweena. It is currently 6:49 AM in Narraweena and 5:49 AM in Cairns.

Can I drive from Narraweena to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Narraweena to Cairns is 2398 km. It takes approximately 27h 32m to drive from Narraweena to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 996+ hotels available in Cairns.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Narraweena 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 14m
$141–523
Train
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
41h 45m
$153–6,762
Bus via Central Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to CairnsCairns
46h 58m
$394–963
Drive 2,397.9 km
1. Drive from Narraweena to Cairns2,397.9 km
27h 32m
$465–672
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Brisbane Roma StreetPm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
2d 1h
$340–504

Narraweena to Cairns by bus and train

4Weekly Services

41h 45mAverage Duration

$153Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,013.2 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Narraweena, 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 bus from Warringah Rd Opp Alfred St to Cairns Central Station via Chatswood Station, Stand D, Chatswood Station, Hornsby Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 41h 45m.

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