Rockhampton to Cairns Trip Overview
Distance 872 km (545.0 miles) | |
Price range US$ 81-US$ 132 | |
Ride Duration Range 15h 40m-16h 35m | |
Earliest Departure 14:49 | |
Latest Departure 16:55 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Rockhampton to Cairns
Fastest bus: 15h 40m
Cheapest bus: US$ 81

About the ride from Rockhampton to Cairns
Rockhampton to Cairns Route Information
The distance between Rockhampton and Cairns is 545 miles, or approximately 872 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Rockhampton to Cairns, including train,flight,bus.
The earliest departure leaves at 14:49 and has a duration of 16 hours 16 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 15 hours 40 minutes.
Rockhampton to Cairns by train
- Starting Price: US$ 111
- 2 departures a day, or 14 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy Seat.
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.
Rockhampton to Cairns by flight
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Rockhampton to Cairns by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 81
- 4 departures a day, or 28 departures a week
There are 6 travel classes for this journey, including: Flexible Class, Early Bird, Advantage, Standard, RailBus Seat and Local.
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 Rockhampton to Cairns
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