How to Travel from
Bowen to Cooktown
by Plane or Car
Schedule
Bowen, Australia → Cooktown, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bowen to Cooktown
Composite routes from Bowen to Cooktown
Cheapest
10 h 53 min
Car
855 km.
from $47
Transport providers
Airlines
FlexFlight ApS
Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$457.92
Skytrans
Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$457.92
Hinterland Aviation
Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$534.23
Plane from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$15.26–$279.84
Bus operators
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Bowen to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$139.92
Trans North Bus & Coach
Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.61–$76.32
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Bowen to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$69.96
Bus from Bowen to Home
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$24.17
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Bowen to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
9h 12m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.35–$1,437.89
Train from Bowen to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.29–$165.50
Train from Home Hill to Babinda
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$1,012.81
Questions and Answers
What is the most affordable means of transportation from Bowen to Cooktown?
$95.77 - $153.23
How long does it take to travel from Bowen to Cooktown by train and flight?
The fastest way to travel from Bowen to Cooktown by train and flight takes 6 hours and 37 minutes, and costs between $255.39 and $702.31.
Is there a direct bus service between Bowen and Cooktown?
No, there is no direct bus service between Bowen and Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14 hours and 5 minutes.
How far is it from Bowen to Cooktown?
The distance between Bowen and Cooktown is 913 km. The road distance is 856 km.
How can I travel from Bowen to Cooktown without a car?
The best way to get from Bowen to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 14 hours 5 minutes and costs $95.77 to $153.23.
How long does it take to travel from Bowen to Cooktown?
It takes approximately 14 hours and 5 minutes to travel from Bowen to Cooktown, including transfers.
Where can I catch the Bowen to Cooktown bus from?
Bowen to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Bowen station.
Where does the Bowen to Cooktown bus arrive?
Bowen to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.
Can you drive from Bowen to Cooktown?
The driving distance between Bowen and Cooktown is 856 kilometers. It takes approximately 10 hours and 55 minutes to drive from Bowen to Cooktown.
Where can I find accommodation options near Cooktown?
There are 22+ hotels available in Cooktown. Prices start at $80.50 per night.
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