What is the cheapest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $320 - $800.

How far is it from Mapoon to Cairns?

The distance between Mapoon and Cairns is 720 km. The road distance is 889.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Mapoon to Cairns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mapoon to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mapoon to Cairns is 890 km. It takes approximately 16h 51m to drive from Mapoon to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1055+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mapoon to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via car, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Mapoon to Cairns by car or plane

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Mapoon to Weipa Airport (WEI)car
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS)plane WEI - CNS
4h 40m
$320–779
Drive 889.7 km
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1. Drive from Mapoon to Cairnscar 889.7 km
16h 51m
$185–267

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$303Cheapest Price

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Distance: 720.5 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Mapoon, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Mapoon to Cairns. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the line 100 bus to Cairns Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Mapoon to Cairns in around 16h 51m.

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