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

The cheapest way to get from Singleton to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $220 - $600 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Singleton to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 45m and costs $220 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Singleton and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Singleton station to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Singleton Station, Munro St and arriving at Cairns via Hexham and Brisbane Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Singleton and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Singleton station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Singleton Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Maitland Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 16m.

How far is it from Singleton to Cairns?

The distance between Singleton and Cairns is 1979 km. The road distance is 2206.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Singleton to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 39h 16m and costs $230 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Singleton to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Singleton to Cairns bus from?

Singleton to Cairns bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Singleton Station, Munro St.

Where do I catch the Singleton to Cairns train from?

Singleton to Cairns train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Singleton Station.

Train or bus from Singleton to Cairns?

The best way to get from Singleton to Cairns is to train which takes 39h 16m and costs $230 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $340 - $600 and takes 46h 27m.

Where does the Singleton to Cairns bus arrive?

Singleton to Cairns bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, arrive at Thornton Station, Karuah St.

Where does the Singleton to Cairns train arrive?

Singleton to Cairns train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Singleton to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Singleton to Cairns is 2207 km. It takes approximately 25h 24m to drive from Singleton to Cairns.

How do I get a train ticket from Singleton to Cairns?

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Where can I stay near Cairns?

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Singleton to Cairns - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Train to Newcastle Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Singleton Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)plane NTL - CNS
8h 45m
$220–567
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Singleton Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
8h 49m
$172–618
Train
1. Take the train from Singleton Station to Maitland Stationtrain Hun
2. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain
39h 16m
$232–6,751
Bus
1. Take the bus from Singleton Station, Munro St to Thornton Station, Karuah Stbus
2. Take the bus from Hexham to Brisbanebus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus
46h 27m
$341–565
Drive 2,206.9 km
1. Drive from Singleton to Cairnscar 2,206.9 km
25h 24m
$400–578
Train to Tamworth, fly
1. Take the train from Singleton Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Cairns (CNS)plane TMW - CNS
10h 7m
$523–737
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Singleton to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Cairns (CNS)plane OAG - CNS
11h 1m
$492–939
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Singleton Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Hun
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Brisbanebus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Cairnsbus
46h 57m
$422–945

Singleton to Cairns by train

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39h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,978.5 km
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Singleton, NSW, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Singleton Station to Cairns Central Station via Maitland Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 39h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Singleton Station, Munro St to Cairns via Thornton Station, Karuah St, Thornton Station, Hexham Station, Hexham, Brisbane, and Brisbane Coach Terminal in around 46h 27m.

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