What is the cheapest way to get from Whitsundays to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Whitsundays to Bowen is to ferry and bus via Airlie Beach which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitsundays to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Whitsundays to Bowen is to ferry and bus via Airlie Beach which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Whitsundays to Bowen?

The distance between Whitsundays and Bowen is 90 km.

How do I travel from Whitsundays to Bowen without a car?

The best way to get from Whitsundays to Bowen without a car is to ferry and bus via Airlie Beach which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Whitsundays to Bowen?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Whitsundays to Bowen, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 26+ hotels available in Bowen.

Whitsundays to Bowen - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

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

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Ferry, bus via Airlie Beach
best
1. Take the ferry from Daydream Island to Port of Airlieferry
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Au050 / ...
2h 56m
$40–61
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Daydream Island to Port of Airlieferry
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Pm16
3h 10m
$49–71
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Daydream Island to Port of Airlieferry
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus Cairns / ...
3h 25m
$51–81

Whitsundays to Bowen by ferry and bus

7Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.5 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Whitsundays, QLD, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Whitsundays to Bowen. However, you can take the ferry to Port of Airlie, walk to Coconut Grove at Airlie Esplanade, take the line 861 bus to Airlie Beach Central, walk to Airlie Beach, then take the bus to Bowen. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Daydream Island to Bowen via Port of Airlie and Airlie Beach in around 3h 10m.

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