What is the cheapest way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h and costs $45 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Cooktown Airport (CTN) and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns. However, there are services departing from Cooktown and arriving at Cairns via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

The distance between Cooktown Airport (CTN) and Cairns is 175 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

How do I travel from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $120 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

The best way to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns is to fly which takes 2h and costs $45 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $170 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns is 247 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Cairns.

Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns by plane, bus, or car

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1. Fly from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns (CNS)plane CTN - CNS
2h
$45–360
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cooktown to Cairnsbus Cooktown to Cairns / ...
4h 40m
$120–169
Drive 246.7 km
1. Drive from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairnscar 246.7 km
5h 33m
$45–64

Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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Distance: 175.5 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Cooktown Airport (CTN), Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Hinterland Aviation flies from Cooktown Airport (CTN) to Cairns (CNS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Cooktown to Cairns 6 times a week. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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