Cairns to Maryborough

Cairns to Maryborough

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Cairns to Maryborough Schedule

Cairns to Maryborough Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Greyhound Australia Flexible 01:30 - 02:45AUD 455
Greyhound Australia Flexible 07:00 - 07:05AUD 499
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 09:35 - 06:56AUD 207
Greyhound Australia Premium 11:00 - 08:05AUD 437
Greyhound Australia Premium 15:00 - 08:05AUD 437

Transportation from Cairns to Maryborough

Facts about the transport from Cairns to Maryborough

Cheapest Transport$136
Fastest Transport20h 21m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure9:35 AM
Departures per day3
Distance1018 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Queensland Rail

How to get from Cairns to Maryborough

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 325.85 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 135.17.

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

It can take you anywhere between 21 and 29 hours to travel between Cairns and Maryborough depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Cairns and Maryborough. Train will bring you to your destination in 20h 21m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 1d 4h 36m to reach Maryborough.

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

Travelling between Cairns and Maryborough can be as cheap as USD 135.17 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 325.85 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.

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

  • 2 from Cairns to Maryborough starting from 09:35 Cairns until 09:35 Cairns
  • 1 from Cairns to Maryborough starting from 07:00 Cairns Bus Stop until 07:00 Cairns Bus Stop

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cairns to Maryborough.

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

Bus

Travelling from Cairns to Maryborough 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 Maryborough

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.

What is the most popular transport to get from Cairns to Maryborough?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% took a train
  • 50% chosen Bus+Train