Cairns to Gladstone Trip Overview
Distance 958 km (598.8 miles) | |
Price range US$ 91-US$ 294 | |
Ride Duration Range 17h-18h 40m | |
Earliest Departure 21:00 | |
Latest Departure 22:30 | |
Most Popular Operator |
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Taking a bus from Cairns to Gladstone
Fastest bus: 17h
Cheapest bus: US$ 91

About the ride from Cairns to Gladstone
Cairns to Gladstone Route Information
The distance between Cairns and Gladstone is 599 miles, or approximately 958 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Cairns to Gladstone, including train,bus.
The earliest departure leaves at 21:00 and has a duration of 18 hours 40 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 17 hours.
Cairns to Gladstone by train
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Economy Seat and RailBed.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Cairns to Gladstone by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 91
- 7 departures a day, or 49 departures a week
There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: Flexible Class, Advantage, Early Bird and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Companies Operating from Cairns to Gladstone
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