From Cairns to Cardwell - Book Transport Tickets from AUD 69

Cairns to Cardwell Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Flexible	07:00	09:55	$43.62
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Advantage	07:00	09:55	$42.47
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Early Bird	07:00	09:55	$41.32
Train	Queensland Rail	Economy Seat	07:40	11:14	$23.76
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Flexible	11:00	13:45	$43.62
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Advantage	11:00	13:45	$42.47
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Early Bird	11:00	13:45	$40.75
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Flexible	15:00	17:45	$43.62
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Advantage	15:00	17:45	$42.47
Bus	Greyhound Australia	Early Bird	15:00	17:45	$41.32

How to get from Cairns to Cardwell

Travelling between Cairns and Cardwell is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 53.09 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 49.50.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 4 hours to travel between Cairns and Cardwell depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Cairns and Cardwell. Bus will bring you to your destination in 2h 45m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 37m to reach Cardwell.

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

Travelling between Cairns and Cardwell can be as cheap as USD 49.50 if you opt for a Greyhound Australia bus and as expensive as USD 53.09 if you buy a Greyhound Australia Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Cairns to Cardwell overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Cairns and Cardwell

Greyhound Australia

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Transportation from Cairns to Cardwell

Ferries are not available

Flights are not available

Taxis are not available

Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Cairns to Cardwell

Cheapest Transport	$30
Fastest Transport	2h 45m
Earliest Departure	7:00 AM
Latest Departure	3:00 PM
Departures per day	7
Distance	138 kilometers
Transport Companies	Greyhound Australia

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Cairns to Cardwell