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How to Travel from

Cairns to Bowen

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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:
$176.93–$454.96

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.02–$353.86
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$631.89

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.84–$821.46

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$107.42–$1,011.03

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.93–$454.96

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.19–$139.02

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.02–$69.51

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.27–$164.43
Train from Cairns Central Station to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.22–$1,428.62
Train from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$492.14

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Bowen is to bus which costs $41.30 - $119.57 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Bowen is to fly and train which takes 4h 44m and costs $184.78 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Bowen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Bowen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Cairns to Bowen?

The distance between Cairns and Bowen is 586 km. The road distance is 549.1 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Bowen without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $41.30 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Bowen?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cairns to Bowen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Bowen bus from?

Cairns to Bowen bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train or bus from Cairns to Bowen?

The best way to get from Cairns to Bowen is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $41.30 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28.26 - $1304.35 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Cairns to Bowen bus arrive?

Cairns to Bowen bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bowen station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Bowen is 549 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Cairns to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 25+ hotels available in Bowen. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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