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589 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cooktown to Townsville

Composite routes from Cooktown to Townsville

Cheapest
8 h 34 min
Car
589 km.
from $32
Other
11 h 30 min
Bus, Train
451 km.
from $105.14
11 h 9 min
452 km.
from $100.80
8 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
451 km.
from $180.76
9 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
451 km.
from $185.11
11 h 25 min
452 km.
from $120.46

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Qantas
Website
Regional Express
Website
Hinterland Aviation
Website
Qantas
Website
3h 26m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$423.91
Regional Express
Website
1h
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
$92.39–$815.22
Hinterland Aviation
Website
45 min
Every day
$10.33–$206.52
Bus operators
Found: 3
Greyhound Australia
Website
Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
5h 30m
3 times a day
$36.96–$76.09
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
4h 30m
6 times a week
$41.30–$59.78
+61 7 3036 2070
+61 7 3036 2070
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
5h 55m
Once daily
$29.35–$40.22
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
6h 1m
4 times a week
$10.33–$757.28
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Townsville?

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Townsville is to bus which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 11h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cooktown to Townsville?

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Townsville via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

Is there a direct flight between Cooktown and Townsville?

There are no direct flights between Cooktown and Townsville. The fastest has 1 change and takes 8h 55m and costs $130.43 - $423.91 .

How far is it from Cooktown to Townsville?

The distance between Cooktown and Townsville is 474 km. The road distance is 651.7 km.

How do I travel from Cooktown to Townsville without a car?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Townsville without a car is to bus via Cairns which takes 11h 9m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Cooktown to Townsville?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Cooktown to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown to Townsville bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cooktown to Townsville?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Townsville is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus via Cairns, which costs $76.09 - $141.30 and takes 11h 9m.

Where does the Cooktown to Townsville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cooktown to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Townsville is 652 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Cooktown to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 517+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $55.36 per night.
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