Nambour to Cairns

Nambour to Cairns

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Nambour to Cairns Schedule

Nambour to Cairns Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Queensland Rail RailBus Seat 11:55 - 12:25AUD 215.40
Queensland Rail Economy Seat 15:25 - 14:30AUD 215.40

Transportation from Nambour to Cairns

Facts about the transport from Nambour to Cairns

Cheapest Transport$142
Fastest Transport23h 5m
Earliest Departure11:55 AM
Latest Departure3:25 PM
Departures per day1
Distance1154 kilometers
Transport CompaniesQueensland Rail

How to get from Nambour to Cairns

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 142.20 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 142.20.

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

It can take you anywhere between 24 and 25 hours to travel between Nambour and Cairns depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Nambour and Cairns. Train will bring you to your destination in 23h 5m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 30m to reach Cairns.

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

Travelling between Nambour and Cairns can be as cheap as USD 142.20 if you opt for a Queensland Rail train and as expensive as USD 142.20 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 Nambour and Cairns ?

  • 1 from Nambour to Cairns starting from 15:25 Nambour until 15:25 Nambour

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Nambour to Cairns 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 Nambour and Cairns

Queensland Rail

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 Nambour to Cairns?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% opted for a bus
  • 50% took a train