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

The cheapest way to get from Rubyvale to Cairns is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rubyvale to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $320 - $1,100.

How far is it from Rubyvale to Cairns?

The distance between Rubyvale and Cairns is 858 km. The road distance is 933.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rubyvale to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 22h 45m and costs $230 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Rubyvale to Cairns, including transfers.

Train or bus from Rubyvale to Cairns?

The best way to get from Rubyvale to Cairns is to bus which takes 22h 45m and costs $230 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $5,500 and takes 24h 17m.

Can I drive from Rubyvale to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Rubyvale to Cairns is 934 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Rubyvale to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 997+ hotels available in Cairns.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rubyvale to Cairns by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, 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.

Taxi to Emerald Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Rubyvale to Emerald Airport (EMD)
2. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns (CNS)EMD - CNS
7h
$439–1,050
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Anakie to RockhamptonSpirit of the Outback
2. Take the train from Rockhampton to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
24h 17m
$116–5,159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anakie to RockhamptonRockhampton
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
22h 45m
$234–358
Drive 933.8 km
1. Drive from Rubyvale to Cairns933.8 km
10h 47m
$183–265
Drive to Moranbah Airport, fly
1. Drive from Rubyvale to Moranbah Airport (MOV)
2. Fly from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns (CNS)MOV - CNS
5h 19m
$329–1,056

Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns (CNS) flights

30Weekly Planes

6h 14mAverage Duration

$192Cheapest Price

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Distance: 858 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Rubyvale, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Rubyvale to Cairns Central Station via Anakie and Rockhampton George Street in around 22h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rubyvale to Cairns Central Station via Anakie and Rockhampton in around 24h 17m.

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