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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

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

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
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 Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$139.92–$483.36
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$368.88
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.40–$763.19
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$635.99
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
12h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.96–$1,208.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$165.36–$508.80
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

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

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Melbourne is to bus and fly which costs $141.30 - $336.96 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $163.04 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Cairns Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 17h.

How far is it from Cooktown to Melbourne?

The distance between Cooktown and Melbourne is 2507 km. The road distance is 3149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cooktown to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 2 days 9h and costs $141.30 - $4239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Cooktown to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown to Melbourne bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cooktown to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Cooktown to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $163.04 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260.87 - $510.87 and takes 2 days 17h.

Where does the Cooktown to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cooktown and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Cooktown. It is currently 19:26 in Cooktown and 20:26 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Cooktown to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Melbourne is 3149 km. It takes approximately 37h 20m to drive from Cooktown to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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