What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to James Cook University?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to James Cook University is to bus and fly which costs $210 - $550 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to James Cook University?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to James Cook University is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $310 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and James Cook University?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to James Cook University. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at JCU - Student Union Mall via Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Breakwater Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 30m.

How far is it from Canberra to James Cook University?

The distance between Canberra and James Cook University is 1821 km. The road distance is 2152.7 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to James Cook University without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to James Cook University without a car is to bus and train which takes 39h 1m and costs $180 - $5,500.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to James Cook University?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Canberra to James Cook University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to James Cook University bus from?

Canberra to James Cook University bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to James Cook University?

The best way to get from Canberra to James Cook University is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $310 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $360 - $700 and takes 44h 30m.

Where does the Canberra to James Cook University bus arrive?

Canberra to James Cook University bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to James Cook University?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to James Cook University is 2153 km. It takes approximately 24h 17m to drive from Canberra to James Cook University.

Where can I stay near James Cook University?

There are 580+ hotels available in James Cook University.

Canberra to James Cook University - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Canberra to James Cook University by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly from Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane CBR - TSV
6h 20m
$313–595
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsvilletrain
39h 1m
$187–5,245
Bus, train via Sydney Airport (SYD)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Townsvilletrain
42h 30m
$259–5,179
Drive 2,152.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to James Cook Universitycar 2,152.7 km
24h 17m
$409–591
Bus to Sydney International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane SYD - TSV
7h 8m
$215–515
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Canberra to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane OAG - TSV
9h 2m
$499–710
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Townsvillebus
44h 30m
$362–665

Canberra to James Cook University by bus, train, and foot

4Weekly Services

39h 1mAverage Duration

$187Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,821.2 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and James Cook University, QLD, Australia?

Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Townsville Airport (TSV) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to James Cook University via Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, Breakwater Terminal, and JCU - Student Union Mall in around 44h 30m.

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