What is the cheapest way to get from Cow Bay to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Cow Bay to Cairns is to car ferry and drive which costs $25 - $60 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cow Bay to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Cow Bay to Cairns is to car ferry and drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $25 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Cow Bay and Cairns?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Daintree Crocodylus and arriving at Cairns. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Cow Bay to Cairns?

The distance between Cow Bay and Cairns is 121 km.

How do I travel from Cow Bay to Cairns without a car?

The best way to get from Cow Bay to Cairns without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Cow Bay to Cairns?

The bus from Daintree Crocodylus to Cairns takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Cow Bay to Cairns bus from?

Cow Bay to Cairns bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Daintree Crocodylus station.

Where does the Cow Bay to Cairns bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Cairns.

Cow Bay to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via bus, car ferry, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Cow Bay to Cairns by bus, car ferry, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Daintree Crocodylus to Cairnsbus Cairns
2h 22m
$30–50
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Daintree River Ferry North to Daintree River Ferrycarferry
2. Drive from Daintree River Ferry to Cairnscar
1h 49m
$25–60

Cow Bay to Cairns by bus

3Weekly Buses

2h 22mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.4 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Cow Bay, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Trans North Bus & Coach operates a bus from Daintree Crocodylus to Cairns 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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