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

The cheapest way to get from Tuggerah to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $140 - $550 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tuggerah to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 7h 5m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tuggerah and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Tuggerah to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tuggerah and Cairns?

No, there is no direct train from Tuggerah station to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Tuggerah Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Wyong Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 57m.

How far is it from Tuggerah to Cairns?

The distance between Tuggerah and Cairns is 2084 km. The road distance is 2315.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tuggerah to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 39h 57m and costs $150 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Tuggerah to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tuggerah to Cairns bus from?

Tuggerah to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza station.

Where do I catch the Tuggerah to Cairns train from?

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

Train or bus from Tuggerah to Cairns?

The best way to get from Tuggerah to Cairns is to train which takes 39h 57m and costs $150 - $7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $330 - $480 and takes 46h 20m.

Where does the Tuggerah to Cairns bus arrive?

Tuggerah to Cairns bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Tuggerah and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h behind Tuggerah. It is currently 9:59 PM in Tuggerah and 8:59 PM in Cairns.

Where does the Tuggerah to Cairns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tuggerah to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Tuggerah to Cairns is 2315 km. It takes approximately 26h 33m to drive from Tuggerah to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 996+ hotels available in Cairns.

Tuggerah to Cairns - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Tuggerah to Cairns by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Cairns
best
1. Take the train from Tuggerah Station to Central Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)SYD - CNS
7h 5m
$146–523
Train
1. Take the train from Wyong Station to Roma Street Station31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central StationSpirit of Queensland
39h 57m
$150–6,747
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza to Brisbane Roma StreetPm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central StationPm16
46h 20m
$335–480
Drive 2,315.5 km
1. Drive from Tuggerah to Cairns2,315.5 km
26h 33m
$449–649
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Cairns
1. Take the train from Tuggerah Station to Hamilton Station
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Cairns (CNS)NTL - CNS
9h 6m
$210–716
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Tuggerah Station to Central Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)SYD - TSV
3. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Cairns
9h 37m
$241–683
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tuggerah Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Cairns
47h 54m
$392–944

Tuggerah to Cairns by train

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39h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,084.4 km
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a train from Tuggerah Station to Cairns Central Station via Wyong Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 39h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza to Cairns Central Station via Brisbane Roma Street in around 46h 20m.

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