What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Shute Harbour?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr to Shute Harbour. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Shute Harbour Marine Terminal via Bowen and Airlie Beach Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Ayr to Shute Harbour?

The distance between Ayr and Shute Harbour is 207 km. The road distance is 198.3 km.

How do I travel from Ayr to Shute Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour without a car is to bus via Bowen which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Shute Harbour bus from?

Ayr to Shute Harbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Ayr to Shute Harbour bus arrive?

Ayr to Shute Harbour bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Bowen station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Shute Harbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Shute Harbour is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Ayr to Shute Harbour.

Where can I stay near Shute Harbour?

There are 400+ hotels available in Shute Harbour.

Ayr to Shute Harbour - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 860 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Shute Harbour by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Bowen
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr to Bowenbus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Bowen to Airlie Beachbus Au050 / ...
3h 55m
$37–55
Train, line 860 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ayr to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the bus from Proserpine, Mill Street to Shute Harbour Rd near Whitsunday Dr hail 'n' ridebus 860
4h 1m
$30–635
Drive 198.3 km
1. Drive from Ayr to Shute Harbourcar 198.3 km
2h 25m
$36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr to Airlie Beachbus Brisbane
4h 4m
$35–73

Ayr to Shute Harbour by train, foot, and bus

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4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.6 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Ayr, QLD, Australia and Shute Harbour, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ayr to Shute Harbour Marine Terminal via Bowen, Bowen, Airlie Beach, and Airlie Beach Central in around 3h 55m.

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