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706 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karumba to Cooktown

Composite routes from Karumba to Cooktown

Cheapest
16 h 25 min
Car
706 km.
from $38
Other
14 h 20 min
520 km.
from $207.93
10 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
520 km.
from $321.32

Transport providers

Airlines

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Normanton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$75.79–$252.62

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Normanton to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$101.05–$315.77

Bus operators

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Karumba to Mareeba
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.73–$151.57
Bus from Mareeba to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.68–$59.37
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.26–$75.79

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karumba to Cooktown is to bus which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 14h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karumba to Cooktown is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Karumba and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Karumba to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Karumba and arriving at Cooktown via Mareeba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 20m.

How far is it from Karumba to Cooktown?

The distance between Karumba and Cooktown is 589 km. The road distance is 982.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Karumba to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs $119.57 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Karumba to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karumba to Cooktown bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Karumba to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Karumba to Cooktown is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 14h 20m.

Where does the Karumba to Cooktown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karumba to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Karumba to Cooktown is 983 km. It takes approximately 11h 52m to drive from Karumba 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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