Driving in Cairns

There is so much to see in and around Cairns that a rental car is really the only way you will get to fit everything in during your stay. What's more, you will be extremely grateful for the air conditioning!

The laid back atmosphere in Far North Queensland, makes it the perfect place to explore. take your time making your way up the coast, stopping to enjoy the endless beaches, local cultural markets and interact with the abundant wildlife.

Here are a few destinations that we are positive that you will want to visit. All the team at East Coast Car Rentals hope you enjoy you stay in Cairns.

North to Port Douglas

• Trinity Beach - 21 km from Cairns.
• Palm Cove - 27 km from Cairns.
• Kuranda - 29 km from Cairns.
• Port Douglas - 67 km from Cairns.

South to Mission Beach

• Innisfail - 89 km from Cairns.
• Mission Beach - 141 km from Cairns.

Driving Information By State

• Queensland - the Sunshine State.
• New South Wales - the First State.
• Victoria - the Garden State.
• Tasmania - the Apple Isle.
• South Australia - the Festival State.
• Western Australia - the Real Thing.
• Northern Territory - Outback Australia.

Road Rules and Driving Test

• Road Rules and Tips

Driving Distances and Destinations

• Queensland Driving Distances Chart