Spirit of Queensland

Spirit of Queensland 

Brisbane to Cairns

The Spirit of Queensland combines modern seating and entertainment options with the charm of long-distance rail travel. Contemporary, comfortable and designed for relaxation.

Travelling between Brisbane and Cairns five times a week, the Spirit of Queensland redefines the modern rail travel experience with a comfortable and convenient way to access spectacular holiday destinations such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays, Townsville and Cairns and everywhere in between.
So wherever you're heading, the Spirit of Queensland will have you relaxed from the moment you step aboard to the time you arrive at your destination.

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Route: Brisbane to Cairns
  Network Map: Train Stations
Distance: 1681 kms
  Timetable Departs Brisbane:
Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat at 3.45pm
Duration: 25 hrs
  Timetable Departs Cairns:
Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun at 8.35am

 

RailBus Coach Connections to/from Airlie Beach and Hervey Bay available.


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​* Conditions apply: Prices are per person one-way, subject to availability. Queensland Rail Travel reserves the right to make changes without notice.​​​

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