What is the cheapest way to get from Armidale to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Cooktown is to drive which costs $430 - $650 and takes 26h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Armidale to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Cooktown is to fly which takes 10h 9m and costs $320 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Cooktown?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Cooktown. However, there are services departing from Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Cooktown via Bus Shelter Cudgery Street, Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 20m.

How far is it from Armidale to Cooktown?

The distance between Armidale and Cooktown is 1822 km. The road distance is 2305.9 km.

How do I travel from Armidale to Cooktown without a car?

The best way to get from Armidale to Cooktown without a car is to bus and train which takes 41h 30m and costs $260 - $7,000.

How long does it take to get from Armidale to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 10h 9m to get from Armidale to Cooktown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Cooktown bus from?

Armidale to Cooktown bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Bus or fly from Armidale to Cooktown?

The best way to get from Armidale to Cooktown is to fly which takes 10h 9m and costs $320 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $410 - $750 and takes 46h 20m.

Where does the Armidale to Cooktown bus arrive?

Armidale to Cooktown bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Cudgery St Dorrigo station.

What is the time difference between Armidale and Cooktown?

Cooktown is 1h behind Armidale. It is currently 4:50 PM in Armidale and 3:50 PM in Cooktown.

Can I drive from Armidale to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Cooktown is 2306 km. It takes approximately 26h 46m to drive from Armidale to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Armidale to Cooktown - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Armidale to Cooktown by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Armidale to Cooktown Airport
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)ARM - CTN
10h 9m
$323–919
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour StationDt2
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
4. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
41h 30m
$268–6,895
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Cudgery St DorrigoDt2
2. Take the bus from Bus Shelter Cudgery Street to Bus Interchange Stand D – Butler Street
3. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane Roma Street
4. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Station
5. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
46h 20m
$415–729
Drive 2,305.9 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Cooktown2,305.9 km
26h 46m
$437–631
Fly Armidale to Cairns, bus
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Cairns (CNS)ARM - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
14h 6m
$503–914
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Cairns, bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airport
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Cairns (CNS)CFS - CNS
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
16h 30m
$521–1,013
Train to Tamworth, fly to Cooktown Airport
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Tamworth Station
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)TMW - CTN
13h 7m
$408–1,088
Train to Tamworth, fly to Cairns, bus
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Tamworth Station
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Cairns (CNS)TMW - CNS
3. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
15h 54m
$528–1,033
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Maitland Station224
2. Take the train from Maitland Station to Roma Street Station31
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Cairns
4. Take the bus from Cairns to Palmer River
5. Take the bus from Palmer River to Cooktown
2d 8h
$428–1,073

Armidale to Cooktown by bus and train

3Weekly Services

41h 30mAverage Duration

$268Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,821.8 km
Duration: 10h 9m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Cooktown, QLD, Australia?

Qantas, Hinterland Aviation, and two other airlines fly from Armidale (ARM) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Cooktown via Bus Shelter Cudgery Street, Bus Interchange Stand D – Butler Street, Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, Brisbane Roma Street, and Cairns in around 46h 20m.

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