Brisbane to Cairns

Brisbane to Cairns

Brisbane
Cairns
Fri, May 17
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$70
 
 
$259
 

Other Options

Brisbane to Cairns Schedule

Brisbane to Cairns Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ92806:00 - 08:25AUD 210.98
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ93008:45 - 11:15AUD 174.78
Qantas Airways Economy #QF188211:30 - 13:55AUD 396.91
Regional Express Economy #ZL106412:00 - 15:00AUD 179.41
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 15:45 - 16:30AUD 221.40
Qantas Airways Economy #QF71416:15 - 18:40AUD 412.02
Qantas Airways Economy #QF71819:50 - 22:15AUD 367.52
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA79921:20 - 23:40AUD 179.18

Transportation from Brisbane to Cairns

Facts about the transport from Brisbane to Cairns

Cheapest Transport$70
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure8:10 PM
Departures per day13
Distance1632 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Queensland Rail, Virgin Australia Airlines

How to get from Brisbane to Cairns

When you want to get from Brisbane to Cairns, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 258.19. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 69.31.

How far is Brisbane from Cairns?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Brisbane to Cairns. Your trip will be a total of 1015 miles (1632 km). The flying distance is 859 miles (1381 km).

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

The travel time from Brisbane to Cairns can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 32 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Brisbane to Cairns?

The cost of the trip from Brisbane to Cairns varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Jetstar Airways: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 69.31 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 258.19.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Brisbane to Cairns:

  • Plane tickets - USD 69.65 to USD 251.39;
  • Train tickets - USD 146.59 to USD 258.02;
  • Bus price: USD 256.03. From Brisbane to Cairns starting from 12:00 Brisbane Coach Terminal until 12:00 Brisbane Coach Terminal

How many trips per day are there between Brisbane and Cairns?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Brisbane to Cairns depart during the day - there are approximately 11 departures a day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Cairns. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 69.65.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns

Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Brisbane to Cairns

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Brisbane to Cairns? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 83% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 17% users took a plane.