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

The cheapest way to get from Strathfield to Cairns is to fly which costs $140 - $600 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strathfield to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Strathfield and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathfield to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ada Av At Wallis Av and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Central Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Strathfield and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Strathfield station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Strathfield Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 13m.

How far is it from Strathfield to Cairns?

The distance between Strathfield and Cairns is 2001 km. The road distance is 2398.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Strathfield to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 40h 13m and costs $150 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Strathfield to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathfield to Cairns bus from?

Strathfield to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Strathfield to Cairns train from?

Strathfield to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train, bus or fly from Strathfield to Cairns?

The best way to get from Strathfield to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $140 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $7,000 and takes 40h 13m, you could also bus, which costs $350 - $650 and takes 46h 29m.

Where does the Strathfield to Cairns bus arrive?

Strathfield to Cairns bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Strathfield and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Strathfield. It is currently 3:17 AM in Strathfield and 2:17 AM in Cairns.

Where does the Strathfield to Cairns train arrive?

Strathfield to Cairns train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Strathfield to Cairns?

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

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 995+ hotels available in Cairns.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Strathfield to Cairns by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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
5h 50m
$143–584
Train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
40h 13m
$154–6,747
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
45h 29m
$287–573
Drive 2,398.1 km
1. Drive from Strathfield to Cairns2,398.1 km
27h 32m
$469–677
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbaneBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
46h 29m
$354–625

Strathfield to Cairns by train

4Weekly Trains

40h 13mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 2,000.8 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Strathfield, 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 train from Strathfield Station to Cairns Central Station via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 40h 13m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.