What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Cairns North and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns North to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Sheridan St at Smith Street and arriving at Cooktown via Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The distance between Cairns North and Cooktown is 189 km. The road distance is 236 km.

How do I travel from Cairns North to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Cairns North to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Cairns North to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns North to Cooktown bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cairns North to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Cairns North to Cooktown is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cairns North to Cooktown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairns North to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns North to Cooktown is 236 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Cairns North to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 26+ hotels available in Cooktown.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairns North to Cooktown by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)plane CNS - CTN
2h 8m
$107–506
Drive 236 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairns North to Cooktowncar 236 km
5h 24m
$42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktownbus Cairns
5h 56m
$76–110
Bus via Palm Cove
1. Take the bus from Palm Cove to Cooktownbus Cairns
6h 4m
$56–80

Cairns North to Cooktown by bus

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.6 km
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Cairns North, QLD, Australia and Cooktown, QLD, Australia?

Hinterland Aviation flies from Cairns (CNS) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Cairns to Cooktown 6 times a week. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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