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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Cooktown

Composite routes from Atherton to Cooktown

Cheapest
3 h 49 min
Car
298 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Bus operators

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Mareeba to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.98–$59.78
Bus from Atherton to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.98

Airlines

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$15.26–$279.84

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Atherton to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Cooktown is to drive which costs $43.42 - $63.85 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the most efficient route to travel from Atherton to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Cooktown is to drive which takes 3 hours and 50 minutes and costs $43.42 - $63.85.

Does anyone travel by bus from Atherton to Cooktown directly?

No, there are no direct bus services from Atherton to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Cooktown via Mareeba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes.

How far is it from Atherton to Cooktown?

The distance between Atherton and Cooktown is 298 kilometers. The road distance is 298.6 kilometers.

How can I get from Atherton to Cooktown without a car, using public transportation?

The best way to get from Atherton to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 5 hours and 5 minutes and costs $53.63 - $83.00.

What is the travel time from Atherton to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes to get from Atherton to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where can I catch the bus from that travels from Atherton to Cooktown?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates the Atherton to Cooktown bus services from Mareeba station.

Where does the bus from Atherton to Cooktown arrive?

Atherton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cooktown station.

Can you drive from Atherton to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton and Cooktown is 299 kilometers. It takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes to drive from Atherton to Cooktown.

What are the options for accommodation near Cooktown?

There are 22+ hotels available in Cooktown. Prices start at $80.50 per night.
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