What is the best way to travel from Rockhampton to Cairns?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Cairns from Rockhampton. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cairns from Rockhampton?
You can reach Cairns with just £5 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 21/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 24/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 24/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 26/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Qantas Airways16h 25m018:55Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport11:20Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 18:55:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 27/12/2025 11:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £480 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
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Qantas Airways14h 25m018:55Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport09:20Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 18:55:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 27/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £480 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
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Qantas Airways7h 35m006:30Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport14:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 06:30:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £482 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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Virgin Australia12h 15m010:50Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport23:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 10:50:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £482 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
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Virgin Australia15h 50m007:15Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport23:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 07:15:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £490 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m
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What are the fastest trips from Rockhampton to Cairns?
You can get to Cairns from Rockhampton in just 7h 35m with a Flight from Qantas Airways. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 21/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 24/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 24/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Qantas Airways7h 35m006:30Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport14:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 06:30:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £482 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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Virgin Australia12h 15m010:50Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport23:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 10:50:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £482 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
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Qantas Airways14h 25m018:55Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport09:20Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 18:55:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 27/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £480 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
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Virgin Australia15h 50m007:15Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport23:05Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Virgin Australia goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 07:15:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £490 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 50m
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Qantas Airways16h 25m018:55Rockhampton AirportRockhampton Airport11:20Cairns AirportCairns Airport0EconomyA Flight from Qantas Airways goes from Rockhampton Airport, Rockhampton Airport (Australia) at 26/12/2025 18:55:00 to Cairns Airport, Cairns Airport (Australia) arriving at 27/12/2025 11:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £480 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
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FlixBus15h 0m002:30RockhamptonGeorge Street Bus Stop17:30CairnsBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from George Street Bus Stop, Rockhampton (Australia) at 26/12/2025 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Cairns (Australia) arriving at 26/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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Bus from Rockhampton to Cairns
What are the most popular stations in Rockhampton and Cairns?
In Rockhampton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Y Motels Rockhampton or Angas St at Rockhampton Girls Grammar Coach Stop, while in Cairns you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Pier Point or City Centre Bus station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cairns from Rockhampton? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Rockhampton and Cairns, you can pay as low as £5 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Qantas Airways: you will get to Cairns in just 7h 35m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Rockhampton and Cairns are FlixBus, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Rockhampton and Cairns is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Rockhampton Airport or to Edge Hill, and look at flights from Rockhampton Airport, and landing at Cairns Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Rockhampton to Cairns?
The most popular companies between Rockhampton and Cairns, are FlixBus, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Airlines: Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia
All you need to know when you travel from Rockhampton to Cairns
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rockhampton to Cairns. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Rockhampton to Cairns
How can I reach Cairns from Rockhampton?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Cairns from Rockhampton.
How far is Cairns from Rockhampton?
The distance between Rockhampton and Cairns is 871.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rockhampton and Cairns?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 24 kgs of CO2, a train 31 kgs, a car 148 kgs, and a flight 214 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rockhampton to Cairns?
You can get to Cairns with just £5 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Cairns?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cairns in just 7h 35m with a Flight from Qantas Airways.
More routes to Rockhampton and to Cairns
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