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Avg. duration28h
Distance1760 km
Avg. price$ 199
Train trips40 found

Trains from Gold Coast to Cairns

🚆 To travel from Gold Coast to Cairns by train, you will need to board a service at Cypress Avenue station, make a transfer at Helensvale station, and finally arrive at Cairns Central Station. The entire journey, including transfers, typically takes around 27 hours and 28 minutes. 💰 Ticket prices for the train journey from Gold Coast to Cairns can range from $116 to $4110, depending on the class and type of service you choose.

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  • There is no direct train service from Gold Coast to Cairns. Travelers can take a combination of trains operated by Translink and Queensland Rail Travel, which involves transfers at Helensvale station and Roma Street. The journey duration is approximately 27 hours and 28 minutes, and ticket prices range from $116 to $4110 depending on the class and type of service chosen.
  • The fastest train option between Gold Coast and Cairns with the shortest travel time of approximately 27 hours and 28 minutes involves a combination of services offered by Translink and Queensland Rail Travel. This route includes transfers at Helensvale station and Roma Street.
  • Trains departing from Gold Coast bound for Cairns are operated by Translink and depart from Helensvale station specifically from platform 2. Passengers embarking on this journey should ensure they arrive at the designated platform on time and familiarize themselves with the station facilities at Helensvale.
  • There are multiple trains involved in the journey from Gold Coast to Cairns as there is no direct route between the two destinations. Passengers will typically need to transfer at Helensvale station and Roma Street when traveling by train. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 27 hours and 28 minutes. Travelers can choose from train services operated by Translink and Queensland Rail Travel, with ticket prices ranging from $116 to $4110 depending on the class and type of service selected.
  • The train services from Gold Coast to Cairns operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cairns Central Station. Cairns Central Station is the main railway station in Cairns and serves as the final destination for this train route. Upon arrival at Cairns Central Station, travelers can easily access various transportation options to reach their final destination within Cairns or explore the city.
  • The first train of the day to travel from Gold Coast to Cairns typically departs from Helensvale station on the Translink service that operates this route. As there is no direct train, passengers will need to transfer at Roma Street as part of their journey. The last train of the day to Cairns Central Station will also involve transfers and departs in the evening, with the entire journey taking approximately 27 hours and 28 minutes.
  • There are no direct train trips between Gold Coast and Cairns. Travelers will need to take a combination of services operated by Translink and Queensland Rail Travel, which involves transfers at Helensvale station and Roma Street. The entire journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 hours and 28 minutes, with no direct options available for this route.
  • No, there is no direct train service available between Gold Coast and Cairns. Travelers will need to take a multi-leg journey that involves transferring at Helensvale station and Roma Street before arriving at Cairns Central Station. The entire trip, including transfers, typically takes around 27 hours and 28 minutes to complete.
  • The cost of a train journey from Gold Coast to Cairns varies depending on the class of service and type of ticket selected. Prices can range from $116 to $4110.

Will you be returning to Gold Coast by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cairns to Gold Coast

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