What is the cheapest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to bus which costs $85 - $230 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $290 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Proserpine and arriving at Cairns Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The distance between Proserpine (Station) and Cairns is 517 km. The road distance is 605.9 km.

How do I travel from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs $30 - $2,200.

How long does it take to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus from?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Proserpine station.

Where do I catch the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train from?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Proserpine station.

Train, bus or fly from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $290 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $2,200 and takes 10h 2m, you could also bus, which costs $85 - $230 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus arrive?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Where does the Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train arrive?

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Proserpine (Station) to Cairns is 606 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 989+ hotels available in Cairns.

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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 Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)PPP - CNS
2h 50m
$299–896
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Proserpine to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
10h 2m
$30–2,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Proserpine to Cairns Central StationPm16
10h 45m
$85–230
Drive 605.9 km
1. Drive from Proserpine (Station) to Cairns605.9 km
7h 14m
$118–171

Proserpine (Station) to Cairns by foot and train

4Weekly Services

10h 2mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 517.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Proserpine (Station), QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Skytrans and FlexFlight ApS fly from Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) to Cairns (CNS) once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Proserpine to Cairns Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 49m.

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