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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns Airport to Cooktown

Composite routes from Cairns Airport to Cooktown

Cheapest
4 h 16 min
Car
328 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Bus operators

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:
$42.39–$65.22

Airlines

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$239.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown is to drive which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown is to fly which takes 58 min and costs $46.74 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

The distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Cooktown is 183 km. The road distance is 328.1 km.

How do I travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown is to fly which takes 58 min and costs $46.74 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 6h 5m.

Can I drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) to Cooktown is 328 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) 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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