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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
10 h 11 min
Car
760 km.
from $41

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$445.65

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$543.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$869.57

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$391.30
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$445.65

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$34.78

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from PK's to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from PK's to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.65–$30.43
Bus from PK's to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$65.22
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$25.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$1,370.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 13h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach is to bus and fly which takes 8h 47m and costs $195.65 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cape Tribulation and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from PK's and arriving at Airlie Beach via Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Cape Tribulation and Airlie Beach is 808 km. The road distance is 811 km.

How do I travel from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus which takes 13h 55m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 13h 55m to get from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach bus from?

Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from PK's station.

Where does the Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns station.

Can I drive from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach is 811 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Cape Tribulation to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $68.52 per night.
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