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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 23 min
Car
242 km.
from $13

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:
$49.61–$76.32
Bus from Palm Cove to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.89–$52.15

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

How long is the flight from London to Paris?

The flight from London to Paris is 2 hours and 40 minutes long.

What is the quickest way to travel from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The quickest way to travel from Cairns North to Cooktown is to fly which takes 1 hour and 3 minutes and costs $63.85 - $344.77.

What is the best way to travel from Cairns North to Cooktown?

No direct bus services are available 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 5 hours and 56 minutes.

How far is it from Cairns North to Cooktown?

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

How can I get from Cairns North to Cooktown using public transportation?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown using public transportation is to bus which takes 5 hours and 56 minutes and costs $51.08 - $83.00.

Where can I find the Cairns North to Cooktown bus departure point?

Cairns station is the departure point for Trans North Bus & Coach's Cairns North to Cooktown bus services.

Where does the 454 bus arrive?

The 454 bus arrives at the downtown stop.

Can I drive from Cairns North to Cooktown?

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

What is the best place to stay near Cooktown?

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