Do you need to book Skyrail Cairns?
Do I need to make a booking for Skyrail? Yes. Advance bookings and payments are essential to avoid unnecessary contact, congestion, and to ensure that we adhere to distancing guidelines. Please note; Guests will only be permitted to enter the building no earlier than 15 minutes prior to their boarding time.
How much does Skyrail cost?
Adult (15+yrs) AUD$85.00. Child (4-14yrs) AUD$42.50. Family (2ad+2ch) AUD$212.50.
Who owns Skyrail?
the Chapman Group
Skyrail is owned and operated by the Chapman Group, led by George Chapman, who was named one of Queenslands’ 2011 Queensland Greats. His son, Dr Ken Chapman, is Skyrail’s managing director and daughter, Karen Hawkins, is a director. The AU$35 million cableway opened to the public on 31 August 1995 with 47 gondolas.
How much is the train from Cairns to Kuranda?
Kuranda Scenic Railway Return
| Kuranda Scenic Railway | Adult | Child# |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Class | $76.00 | $38.00 |
| Gold Class upgrade | $98.00 | $98.00 |
How long does Kuranda train take?
1 hour and 55 minutes
How long does the journey take? The one-way journey is 1 hour and 55 minutes from Cairns Railway Station (including 5-minute stop at Freshwater Station to pick up more passengers and 10-minute stop at Barron Falls Lookout.
What is the longest Skyrail in the world?
At 7.5km long, spectacular Skyrail is one of the world’s longest gondola cableways, offering a bird’s-eye view over the ancient rainforest between Cairns and Kuranda.
How high is the Kuranda Skyrail?
336 metres
There are 32 towers in total and the highest tower stands 40.5 metres (133 feet) high. Red Peak is Skyrail’s highest point at 545 metres above sea level (1,788 feet). The Kuranda Terminal sits at 336 metres (1,100 feet) and Smithfield (Cairns) Terminal is just 5 metres above sea level (16 feet).
How much is the bus from Kuranda to Cairns?
Trans North Bus & Coach Service operates a Kuranda Shuttle Bus that completes one return service per day….Fares.
| Fare Type | Fare Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $6.90 |
| Tertiary | $5.90 |
| Secondary | $5.80 |
| Primary | $3.40 |
How long is train trip from Cairns to Kuranda?
1 hr 45 mins
| Route: Cairns to Kuranda | Network Map: Train Stations |
|---|---|
| Distance: 34 kms | Timetable Departs Cairns: Daily at 8.30am & 9.30am |
| Duration: 1 hr 45 mins | Timetable Departs Kuranda: Daily at 2.00pm & 3.30pm |