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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rockhampton to Cooktown

Composite routes from Rockhampton to Cooktown

Cheapest
16 h 49 min
Car
1306 km.
from $71
Other
11 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
1036 km.
from $268.95
22 h 1 min
Train, Bus
1036 km.
from $1307.02
22 h 20 min
1036 km.
from $199.72
22 h 34 min
1036 km.
from $199.33

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Hinterland Aviation
Website
Qantas
Website
5h 7m
Every day
$271.74–$521.74
Virgin Australia
Website
6h 16m
Every day
$184.78–$597.83
Hinterland Aviation
Website
11h 6m
Every day
$260.87–$815.22
Bus operators
Found: 3
Greyhound Australia
Website
Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
16h 40m
Once daily
$97.83–$239.13
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Trans North Bus & Coach
Website
4h 45m
6 times a week
$42.39–$65.22
+61 7 3036 2070
+61 7 3036 2070
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
16h 35m
Once daily
$70.65–$103.26
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
16h 16m
4 times a week
$33.70–$2,396.41
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Cooktown is to bus which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 22h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Cooktown is to fly which takes 8h 3m and costs $293.48 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockhampton to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton George Street and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 20m.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Cooktown?

The distance between Rockhampton and Cooktown is 1219 km. The road distance is 1375.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Cooktown without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 1m and costs $76.09 - $2500 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 44m to get from Rockhampton to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Cooktown bus from?

Rockhampton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rockhampton George Street station.

Bus or fly from Rockhampton to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Cooktown is to bus which takes 22h 20m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $293.48 - $869.57 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Cooktown bus arrive?

Rockhampton to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Cooktown is 1375 km. It takes approximately 18h 10m to drive from Rockhampton 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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