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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns North to Cooktown

Composite routes from Cairns North to Cooktown

Cheapest
4 h 14 min
Car
325 km.
from $17

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
Bus from Palm Cove to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$44.57

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 North to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to bus via Palm Cove which costs $32.61 - $46.74 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $54.35 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns North and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The distance between Cairns North and Cooktown is 187 km. The road distance is 326 km.

How do I travel from Cairns North to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $43.48 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns North to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Cairns North to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns North to Cooktown bus from?

Cairns North to Cooktown bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Cairns station.

Bus or fly from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to fly which takes 1h 3m and costs $54.35 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $70.65 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cairns North to Cooktown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns North to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns North to Cooktown is 326 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Cairns North 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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