Facts about the transport from Cairns to Ayr
| Cheapest Transport | $56 |
| Fastest Transport | 7h 10m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:35 AM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 359 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Greyhound Australia, Queensland Rail |
Cairns to Ayr
Best Options
$56
$56
Other Options
Transportation from Cairns to Ayr
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Trains$ 55.85
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Buses$ 87.30
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Cairns
Popular Routes in Australia
How to get from Cairns to Ayr
Travelling between Cairns and Ayr 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 55.85 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 55.85.
How long does it take to get from Cairns to Ayr?
It can take you anywhere between 8 and 8 hours to travel between Cairns and Ayr depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Cairns and Ayr. Bus will bring you to your destination in 7h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 7h 22m to reach Ayr.
How much does it cost to get from Cairns to Ayr?
Travelling between Cairns and Ayr can be as cheap as USD 55.85 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 55.85 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 Ayr ?
- 1 from Cairns to Ayr starting from 09:35 Cairns until 09:35 Cairns
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cairns to Ayr.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Cairns to Ayr 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 Ayr
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 Ayr?
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
- 52% took a train
- 48% opted for a bus