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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hervey Bay to Cooktown

Composite routes from Hervey Bay to Cooktown

Cheapest
21 h 53 min
Car
1765 km.
from $97
Other
29 h 54 min
Train, Bus
1342 km.
from $1703.26
29 h 33 min
1342 km.
from $230.72
11 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
1341 km.
from $454.37
29 h 57 min
1342 km.
from $237.20

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$380.43–$706.52

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$869.57

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
22h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$315.22

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:
$41.30–$59.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Maryborough West to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
21h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$3,116.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown is to bus which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 29h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown is to fly which takes 8h 37m and costs $195.65 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Hervey Bay and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Hervey Bay to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Ansons Rd near Hennessy Dr hail 'n' ride and arriving at Cooktown via Hervey Bay and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 33m.

How far is it from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

The distance between Hervey Bay and Cooktown is 1396 km. The road distance is 1756.6 km.

How do I travel from Hervey Bay to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 29h 33m and costs $130.43 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Cooktown bus from?

Hervey Bay to Cooktown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Hervey Bay station.

Train, bus or fly from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Cooktown is to fly which takes 8h 37m and costs $195.65 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $195.65 and takes 29h 33m. There are no good options to train between Hervey Bay to Cooktown.

Where does the Hervey Bay to Cooktown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hervey Bay to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Hervey Bay to Cooktown is 1757 km. It takes approximately 23h 12m to drive from Hervey Bay to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 23+ hotels available in Cooktown. Prices start at $65.76 per night.
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