Cairns to Daintree: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cairns from Daintree?

The distance from Cairns to Daintree is 52 miles (83.7 km) as the crow flies. Daintree is located NNW of Cairns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 67.3 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cairns and Daintree. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.