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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Cooktown

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Cooktown

Cheapest
11 h 49 min
Car
928 km.
from $51

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$543.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52
Plane from Mackay to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
11h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$65.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$65.22
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
9h 49m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$1,370.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to bus which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 15h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $206.52 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Airlie Beach to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 45m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Cooktown is 993 km. The road distance is 928.9 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 15h 45m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 15h 45m to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus from?

Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Bus or fly from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Cooktown is to bus which takes 15h 45m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $206.52 - $413.04 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Cooktown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Cooktown is 929 km. It takes approximately 11h 55m to drive from Airlie Beach 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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