What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen is to ferry and bus via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal which costs $70 - $110 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen is to ferry and bus via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal which takes 3h 3m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Hamilton Island to Bowen?

The distance between Hamilton Island and Bowen is 109 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton Island to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen without a car is to ferry and bus via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal which takes 3h 3m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 26+ hotels available in Bowen.

Hamilton Island to Bowen - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Hamilton Island to Bowen by ferry or bus

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Ferry, bus via Shute Harbour Marine Terminal
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1. Take the ferry from Hamilton Island Marina to Shute Harbourferry Direct Shute Harbour
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Au050 / ...
3h 3m
$70–104
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Hamilton Island Marina to Port of Airlieferry
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Pm16
4h 5m
$130–189
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Hamilton Island Marina to Port of Airlieferry
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Cairns / ...
4h 20m
$132–199

Hamilton Island to Bowen by ferry and bus

7Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.4 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Hamilton Island to Bowen. However, you can take the ferry to Shute Harbour, walk to Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, take the line 860 bus to Airlie Beach Central, walk to Airlie Beach, then take the bus to Bowen. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Hamilton Island Marina to Bowen via Port of Airlie and Airlie Beach in around 4h 5m.

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