How far is Cairns from Brisbane by plane?

The average flight time for direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns is 2 hours and 20 minutes. The average distance by plane from Brisbane to Cairns is 1700 kilometres.

What town is halfway between Brisbane and Cairns?

The city at the geographic halfway point from Brisbane, Australia to Cairns, Australia is Middlemount, Australia.

What is there to do on a road trip from Brisbane to Cairns?

Where to next?

  1. Connect with nature on this four-day itinerary.
  2. Explore the Great Barrier Reef with these Cairns tours.
  3. Get to know the region on these day trips.
  4. Go remote for an unforgettable Indigenous tour.
  5. Continue north on the Great Barrier Reef Drive or (if you have a 4WD) tackle the journey to The Tip.

How much is a train ticket from Brisbane to Cairns?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Cairns without a car is to train which takes 24h 45m and costs $170 – $370.

What is Brisbane well known for?

Brisbane is famous for Lamingtons, koalas, sports, and for being the home of Steve Irwin’s world-famous Australia Zoo. It’s also known for its unique underground opera house, the 1982 Commonwealth Games, and much much more!

What is there to see between Brisbane and Cairns?

Best stops along Brisbane to Cairns drive. The top stops along the way from Brisbane to Cairns (with short detours) are Australia Zoo, Noosa National Park, and Paronella Park. Other popular stops include Airlie Beach Lagoon, Whitehaven Beach, and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium.

Where should I stop between Brisbane and Cairns?

Streets Beach, South Bank, Brisbane, Queensland © Visit Brisbane.

  • Glass House Mountains, Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland.
  • Noosa National Park, Queensland © Scott Pass.
  • Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland.

    • Does the Spirit of Queensland have a dining car?

    All services have a Servery or Café onboard for customers to purchase meals and refreshments. Tilt Train customers receive an in-seat Trolley Service throughout their journey. RailBed customers aboard Spirit of Queensland receive inclusive meals served directly to their seat.

    How do I get from Brisbane to Cairns?

    The best way to get from Brisbane to Cairns is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $90 – $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 – $370 and takes 24h 45m, you could also bus, which costs $140 – $550 and takes 29h 25m.