What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Cardwell is to fly and train which costs $350 - $1,700 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Perth to Cardwell is to fly and drive which takes 10h 32m and costs $450 - $1,100.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Cardwell?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Cardwell. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Cardwell via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 16h.

How far is it from Perth to Cardwell?

The distance between Perth and Cardwell is 3554 km. The road distance is 4680.5 km.

How do I travel from Perth to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Perth to Cardwell without a car is to train which takes 4 days 16h and costs $1,000 - $14,000.

How long does it take to get from Perth to Cardwell?

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Perth to Cardwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Cardwell train from?

Perth to Cardwell train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

What is the time difference between Perth and Cardwell?

Cardwell is 2h ahead of Perth. It is currently 5:34 AM in Perth and 7:34 AM in Cardwell.

Where does the Perth to Cardwell train arrive?

Perth to Cardwell train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Cardwell is 4681 km. It takes approximately 2 days 5h to drive from Perth to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are eight+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Perth to Cardwell - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Perth to Cardwell by plane, car, train, 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 to Townsville Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Townsville Airport (TSV)PER - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cardwell
10h 32m
$454–1,055
Fly to Cairns, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns (CNS)PER - CNS
2. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Cardwell
11h 32m
$353–1,655
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Sydney Central Station
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cardwell
4d 16h
$1,008–13,265
Drive 4,680.5 km
1. Drive from Perth to Cardwell4,680.5 km
2d 5h
$915–1,322
Train, bus via Adelaide
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklands
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station
3. Take the bus from Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cardwell Brasenose Street
4d 16h
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Sydney Central Station
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Cardwell
4d 20h
$1,163–8,365
Train via Adelaide
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklands
2. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbane
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cardwell
5d 3h
$2,979–18,796

Perth to Cardwell by train

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4d 16hAverage Duration

$1,008Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,554.1 km
Duration: 10h 32m

What companies run services between Perth, WA, Australia and Cardwell, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Perth to Cardwell via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 4d 16h.

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