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15 h 53 min
1214 km.
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Cooktown, Australia → Longreach, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cooktown to Longreach

Composite routes from Cooktown to Longreach

Cheapest
15 h 53 min
Car
1214 km.
from $66
Other
32 h 55 min
891 km.
from $321
37 h 11 min
Bus, Train
890 km.
from $344.27
22 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
890 km.
from $297.07
20 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
890 km.
from $340.54
15 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
890 km.
from $298.15
24 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
890 km.
from $461.20

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
18h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$706.52
Plane from Cairns to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$760.87

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Cooktown Airport to Winton
Ave. Duration:
19h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$347.83
Plane from Cairns to Winton
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$336.96

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Winton to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$36.96
Bus from Barcaldine to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$25.00

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:
$41.30–$59.78
Bus from Cooktown to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.22–$59.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$97.83

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
15h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$2,299.78
Train from Rockhampton to Longreach
Ave. Duration:
14h 46m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.74–$1,543.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown to Longreach is to drive which costs $173.91 - $260.87 and takes 16h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cooktown to Longreach is to bus and fly which takes 15h 6m and costs $173.91 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown and Longreach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown to Longreach. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Longreach via Cairns Central Station and Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 55m.

How far is it from Cooktown to Longreach?

The distance between Cooktown and Longreach is 2175 km. The road distance is 1451.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cooktown to Longreach without a car is to bus which takes 32h 55m and costs $163.04 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 32h 55m to get from Cooktown to Longreach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown to Longreach bus from?

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

Where does the Cooktown to Longreach bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cooktown to Longreach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown to Longreach is 1452 km. It takes approximately 16h 47m to drive from Cooktown to Longreach.

Where can I stay near Longreach?

There are 11+ hotels available in Longreach. Prices start at $53.80 per night.
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