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32 h 1 min
2722 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Cooktown to Sydney

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Cheapest
By car (2 722 km)
32 h 1 min
2722 km.
from $149
Other
Bus, Train
45 h 59 min
2130 km.
from $314.89
Bus via Brisbane
2 d 4 h 37 min
2130 km.
from $325.98
Bus, Plane (Bus to Cairns)
10 h 26 min
2130 km.
from $249.24
Bus, Plane (Fly Cooktown Airport to Newcastle Airport)
10 h 42 min
2130 km.
from $276.60
Bus
2 d 5 h 20 min
2130 km.
from $386.48

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Hamilton Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.88–$76.32
Bus from Cooktown to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.34–$69.96

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$457.92
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$572.39
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$623.27
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.44–$1,017.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$457.92
Plane from Cairns to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$521.52

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Sydney is to bus and fly which costs $141.30 - $402.17 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Sydney is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $152.17 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Central Station via Cairns Central Station, Roma Street busway, platform 2 and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Cooktown to Sydney?

The distance between Cooktown and Sydney is 2163 km. The road distance is 2748.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cooktown to Sydney without a car is to bus and train which takes 46h and costs $103.26 - $4021.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Cooktown to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown to Sydney bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cooktown to Sydney?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Sydney is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $152.17 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $250 - $434.78 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Cooktown to Sydney bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cooktown and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h ahead of Cooktown. It is currently 22:11 in Cooktown and 23:11 in Sydney.

Can I drive from Cooktown to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Sydney is 2749 km. It takes approximately 32h 16m to drive from Cooktown to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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