What is the cheapest way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach is to bus which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach?

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Mission Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowen to Mission Beach. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowary via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bowen and Mission Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Bowen to Mission Beach. However, there are services departing from Bowen and arriving at Tully via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Bowen to Mission Beach?

The distance between Bowen and Mission Beach is 443 km. The road distance is 434.3 km.

How do I travel from Bowen to Mission Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Bowen to Mission Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Bowen to Mission Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Mission Beach bus from?

Bowen to Mission Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Bowen station.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Mission Beach train from?

Bowen to Mission Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Bowen station.

Train or bus from Bowen to Mission Beach?

The best way to get from Bowen to Mission Beach is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $75 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $1,700 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Bowen to Mission Beach bus arrive?

Bowen to Mission Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowary station.

Where does the Bowen to Mission Beach train arrive?

Bowen to Mission Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Tully station.

Can I drive from Bowen to Mission Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Mission Beach is 434 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Bowen to Mission Beach.

Where can I stay near Mission Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Mission Beach.

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There are 4 ways to get from Bowen to Mission Beach by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bowen to Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowarybus Pm16
6h 15m
$75–102
Train
1. Take the train from Bowen to Tullytrain Spirit of Queensland
6h 57m
$178–1,661
Drive 434.3 km
1. Drive from Bowen to Mission Beachcar 434.3 km
5h 16m
$79–113
Bus via Bowen (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Bowen to Mission Beachbus Cairns
6h 20m
$90–168

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Distance: 443.1 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Bowen, QLD, Australia and Mission Beach, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Bowen to Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowary once daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Bowen to Tully 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50–1,467 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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