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

The cheapest way to get from Mission Beach to Bowen is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mission Beach to Bowen is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Mission Beach and Bowen?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Beach to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Tully and arriving at Bowen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Mission Beach to Bowen?

The distance between Mission Beach and Bowen is 431 km. The road distance is 439.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mission Beach to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $200 - $1,700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Mission Beach to Bowen, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mission Beach to Bowen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mission Beach to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Beach to Bowen is 439 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Mission Beach to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 26+ hotels available in Bowen.

Mission Beach to Bowen - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tully to Bowentrain Spirit of Queensland
6h 25m
$201–1,679
Drive 439.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mission Beach to Bowencar 439.2 km
5h 18m
$79–115
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Mission Beach to Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowarytaxi
2. Take the bus from Mission / Wongaling Beach Big Cassowary to Bowenbus Pm19
6h 52m
$178–225
Taxi, bus via Bowen
1. Take the taxi from Mission Beach to Mission Beachtaxi
2. Take the bus from Mission Beach to Bowenbus Brisbane
7h 23m
$193–290

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Distance: 430.6 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Tully to Bowen 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50–1,467 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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