Cairns to Proserpine

Cairns to Proserpine

Cairns
Proserpine
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Cairns to Proserpine Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Greyhound Australia
Flexible
07:00
17:55
$101.03
Bus
Greyhound Australia
Advantage
07:00
17:55
$98.14
Bus
Greyhound Australia
Early Bird
07:00
17:55
$96.99
Train
Queensland Rail
Economy Seat
07:40
17:06
$60.62

How to get from Cairns to Proserpine

Travelling between Cairns and Proserpine is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 75.77 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 75.77.

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

It can take you anywhere between 6 and 31 hours to travel between Cairns and Proserpine depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Cairns and Proserpine. Flight will bring you to your destination in 5h 40m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 6h 10m to reach Proserpine.

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

Travelling between Cairns and Proserpine can be as cheap as USD 75.77 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 75.77 if you buy a Queensland Rail Train 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 Proserpine ?

  • 1 from Cairns to Proserpine starting from 07:40 Cairns until 07:40 Cairns

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Cairns to Proserpine 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 Proserpine

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 Proserpine?

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

  • 89% took a train
  • 11% opted for a bus

Transportation from Cairns to Proserpine

Facts about the transport from Cairns to Proserpine

Cheapest Transport$76
Fastest Transport5h 40m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure8:35 PM
Departures per day1
Distance4817 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia