Planning a trip from Sydney to Cairns? Did you know you can rent a campervan one way? Compare vehicles from several campervan hire companies offering one-way rentals from Sydney to Cairns.
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This route from Sydney to Cairns is approximately 3,000 km and will take you along Australia’s east coast and up into Tropical North Queensland.
Distance: 60-100 km
Estimated driving time: 1-1.5h
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Distance: 250-300 km
Estimated driving time: 3.5-4h
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Distance: 240 km
Estimated driving time: 3-3.5h
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Distance: 150-170 km
Estimated driving time: 1.5-2h
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Distance 230-250km
Estimated driving time: 2.5-3h
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Distance: 100km
Estimated driving time: 1.5-2h
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Distance: 80-100km
Estimated driving time: 1-1.5h
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Distance: 100-150 km
Estimated driving time: 1.5-3h
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Distance: 180-200 km
Estimated driving time: 2.5-3h
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Distance: 100-150 km
Estimated driving time: 1-2h
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Distance: 250-300 km
Estimated driving time: 3.5-4h
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Distance: 450-500 km
Estimated driving time: 5.5-6h
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Distance: 250-280 km
Estimated driving time: 3.5-4h
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Distance: 340-380 km
Estimated driving time: 4.5-5h
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The Blue Mountains are located west of Sydney in NSW, Australia. The mountains, which are part of a national park, are located in an area offering many outdoor activities.
There are numerous hiking trails in the area, with some offering the opportunity to see the famous Three Sisters, an unusual rock formation that is considered a popular tourist attraction.
When you’re in Cairns, it’s hard to miss the 1,429 miles long World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.
No shortage of tour operators can deliver a day outing by boat, with opportunities to enjoy warm, calm water snorkelling and scuba diving, surrounded by the reef system’s – renowned vibrantly coloured marine life.
There are also glass-bottomed boats and submarine experiences, and options to suit everyone, including pontoons, stationed within the Outer Reef and various islands of the reef.
Aside from the reef, the second most likely destination you’re likely to explore near Cairns is the Wet Tropics Rainforest, with two of the most popular destinations for a day being Kuranda and Daintree.
Kuranda is a town on the Barron River, 15.5 miles from Cairns, with a scenic train and cableway making for an easy day trip.
Known for its exceptional biodiversity, the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest (which contains Daintree National Park), north of Cairns, is the largest continuous rainforest in the country, as well as the world’s oldest rainforest.
Located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Surfers Paradise is a seaside neighbourhood famous for its beaches, skyscrapers and lively nightlife. The area is home to many of the Gold Coast's best restaurants and cafes, with many of the high-rise buildings offering spectacular views of the surrounding seaside.
A view of the famous Opera House, iconic Harbour Bridge, and majestic Sydney skyline is often the highlight of a stay in Sydney, and seeing the unique perspective from the water truly shows off the city’s charm. Several long-time cruise operators offer sailings of varying lengths: short narrated sightseeing trips, brunch and dinner cruises, and whale watching excursions.
The Gold Coast is home to some of Australia's best theme parks. Just a short distance from each other, you’ll find Warner Brothers Movie World, Dreamworld and Seaworld as well as two water parks: Wet and Wild and White Water World. The companies offer multiday passes, giving you the opportunity to visit multiple parks over a few days.
Every year between May and November, whales migrate along the east coast of Australia. The Gold Coast is a popular place to see these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. Many companies offer guided tours or cruises.
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