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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Cooktown

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Cooktown

Cheapest
11 h 53 min
Car
862 km.
from $47

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 5
FlexFlight ApS
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Skytrans
Website
Hinterland Aviation
Website
FlexFlight ApS
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$391.30
Qantas
Website
3h 55m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$206.52–$543.48
Virgin Australia
Website
5h 43m
Every day
$184.78–$706.52
Skytrans
Website
1h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$391.30
Hinterland Aviation
Website
4h 25m
Friday
$152.17–$456.52
Bus operators
Found: 3
Greyhound Australia
Website
Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
10h 10m
Once daily
$59.78–$141.30
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
4h 45m
6 times a week
$42.39–$65.22
+61 7 3036 2070
+61 7 3036 2070
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
10h
Once daily
$46.74–$65.22
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
9h 49m
4 times a week
$18.48–$1,370.15
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to bus which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 15h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $206.52 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 45m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Cooktown is 993 km. The road distance is 928.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 15h 45m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 15h 45m to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown, including transfers.

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

Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Bus or fly from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to bus which takes 15h 45m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $206.52 - $413.04 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Cooktown is 929 km. It takes approximately 11h 55m to drive from Airlie Beach to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 22+ hotels available in Cooktown. Prices start at $68.52 per night.
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