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

The cheapest way to get from Traralgon to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $150 - $430 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Traralgon to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 8h 27m and costs $150 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Traralgon and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Traralgon station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Traralgon Station/Princes St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

Is there a direct train between Traralgon and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Traralgon station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Traralgon Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Traralgon to Cairns?

The distance between Traralgon and Cairns is 2499 km. The road distance is 2931.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Traralgon to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $220 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Traralgon to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traralgon to Cairns bus from?

Traralgon to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where do I catch the Traralgon to Cairns train from?

Traralgon to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Traralgon Station.

Train or bus from Traralgon to Cairns?

The best way to get from Traralgon to Cairns is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $220 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $440 - $950 and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the Traralgon to Cairns bus arrive?

Traralgon to Cairns bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

What is the time difference between Traralgon and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Traralgon. It is currently 1:50 AM in Traralgon and 12:50 AM in Cairns.

Where does the Traralgon to Cairns train arrive?

Traralgon to Cairns train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Traralgon to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Traralgon to Cairns is 2931 km. It takes approximately 34h 39m to drive from Traralgon to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 997+ hotels available in Cairns.

Traralgon to Cairns - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Traralgon to Cairns by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, fly to Cairns
best
1. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)MEL - CNS
8h 27m
$156–428
Train
1. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
4. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 7h
$228–7,010
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 12h
$447–919
Drive 2,931.3 km
1. Drive from Traralgon to Cairns2,931.3 km
34h 39m
$575–830
Train, fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Townsville Airport (TSV)MEL - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Cairns
11h 4m
$241–598
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Bairnsdale Station
2. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave
3. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbane Roma Street
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
2d 15h
$410–710

Traralgon to Cairns by train

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2d 7hAverage Duration

$228Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,498.8 km
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between Traralgon, VIC, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Traralgon Station to Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross, Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 2d 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Cairns Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Brisbane, and Brisbane Roma Street in around 2d 12h.

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