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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Bowen is to fly and train which costs $180 - $1,500 and takes 13h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Bowen is to fly and train which takes 11h 25m and costs $450 - $1,300.

How far is it from Auckland to Bowen?

The distance between Auckland and Bowen is 3243 km.

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

It takes approximately 11h 25m to get from Auckland to Bowen, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Bowen?

Bowen is 3h behind Auckland. It is currently 11:12 AM in Auckland and 8:12 AM in Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 27+ hotels available in Bowen.

Auckland to Bowen - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Auckland to Bowen by plane, train, car, or bus

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

Fly Auckland to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane AKL - PPP
2. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
11h 25m
$458–1,263
Fly Auckland to Mackay, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Mackay (MKY)plane AKL - MKY
2. Take the train from Mackay to Bowentrain
13h 49m
$189–1,452
Fly Auckland to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane AKL - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Bowencar
12h 10m
$542–716
Fly Auckland to Great Barrier Reef Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)plane AKL - HTI
2. Take the bus from Airlie Beach to Bowenbus
14h 35m
$553–871
Fly Auckland to Moranbah Airport, drive
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Moranbah Airport (MOV)plane AKL - MOV
2. Drive from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Bowencar
14h 35m
$357–1,506
Bus to Whangarei Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Whangareibus
2. Fly from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane WRE - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
17h 30m
$328–1,554

Auckland (AKL) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) flights

25Weekly Planes

8h 13mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Bowen.

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Distance: 3,242.5 km
Duration: 11h 25m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Auckland to Bowen. However, you can take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP), take the taxi to Proserpine, take the train to Bowen, then take the taxi to Bowen. Alternatively, you can take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Townsville Airport (TSV), then drive to Bowen.

Airlines

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Flights from Auckland to Whitsunday Coast Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 7h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $250–2,000

Flights from Auckland to Whitsunday Coast Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 8h 20m
When: Friday
Estimated price: $600–1,900

Flights from Auckland to Townsville Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 7h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $390–1,400

Flights from Auckland to Townsville Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 7h 35m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $410–1,500

Flights from Auckland to Townsville Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 10h 17m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $450–1,600

Flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 7h 25m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $470–750

Flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 10h
When: Every day
Estimated price: $470–750

Flights from Auckland to Great Barrier Reef Airport via Sydney, Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 9h 15m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $470–750

Flights from Auckland to Mackay via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 7h 7m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $360–1,300

Flights from Auckland to Mackay via Brisbane, Rockhampton

Ave. Duration: 7h 20m
When: Monday to Saturday
Estimated price: $360–1,300

Flights from Auckland to Mackay via Sydney, Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 9h 4m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380–1,400

Flights from Auckland to Moranbah Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 8h 7m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $290–2,200

Flights from Auckland to Moranbah Airport via Sydney, Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 10h 56m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price: $600–2,300

Flights from Whangarei Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport via Auckland, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 10h 10m
When: Monday to Saturday
Estimated price: $290–1,300

Flights from Whangarei Airport to Whitsunday Coast Airport via Auckland, Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 13h 55m
When: Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price: $260–1,200

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