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

The cheapest way to get from Bowen to Cardwell is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowen to Cardwell is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Bowen and Cardwell?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bowen and arriving at Cardwell. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Bowen to Cardwell?

The distance between Bowen and Cardwell is 372 km. The road distance is 363.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowen to Cardwell without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $130.

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

The bus from Bowen to Cardwell takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bowen to Cardwell bus from?

Bowen to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bowen station.

Train or bus from Bowen to Cardwell?

The best way to get from Bowen to Cardwell is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $1,500 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Bowen to Cardwell bus arrive?

Bowen to Cardwell bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Cardwell station.

Can I drive from Bowen to Cardwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowen to Cardwell is 364 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Bowen to Cardwell.

Where can I stay near Cardwell?

There are nine+ hotels available in Cardwell.

Bowen to Cardwell - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bowen to Cardwell by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bowen to Cardwell by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 45mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.1 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Bowen to Cardwell once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Bowen to Cardwell 4 times a week. Tickets cost $18–1,306 and the journey takes 5h 41m.

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