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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Cardwell

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Cardwell

Cheapest
5 h 40 min
Car
439 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$92.39
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$31.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$45.65
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91
Bus from Airlie Beach to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Bowen to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$39.13

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Cardwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 18m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$916.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell is to bus via Bowen which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Cardwell is 453 km. The road distance is 440 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Cardwell without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $33.70 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

The bus from Airlie Beach to Cardwell takes 6h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Cardwell bus from?

Airlie Beach to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Train or bus from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cardwell is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $33.70 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $923.91 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Cardwell bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cardwell station.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Cardwell is 440 km. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Airlie Beach to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are seven+ hotels available in Cardwell. Prices start at $56.79 per night.
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