Cairns to Noosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

804.5 miles 1294.7 km · straight line
987.4 miles actual route 1589.1 km · driving distance
20h 43min estimated drive time
AUD 186 - AUD 229 estimated fuel cost
~2h 7min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Cairns from Noosa?

The distance from Cairns to Noosa is 804.5 miles (1294.7 km) as the crow flies. Noosa is located SE of Cairns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 987.4 miles, taking about 20h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 7min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cairns and Noosa. 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.

How to Get from Cairns to Noosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 43min AUD 186 - AUD 229 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 52min $79–$148* Budget
Train ~26h 56min $118–$346* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cairns & Noosa

Quick Facts

Cairns
16.92°S, 145.78°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Noosa
26.39°S, 153.08°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 268 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 67 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM